"Thumb Print" Cookies
Delightful thumbprint cookies feature a buttery, nutty flavor with a sweet filling in the center, perfect for holidays, gatherings, or as a charming homemade treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add sifted powdered sugar, margarine, salt, and vanilla to a mixing bowl.
- Beat together until fluffy.
- Stir in sifted flour and finely chopped pecans into the mixture.
- Mix well and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Shape the chilled dough into small balls and place them 3 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Press a small hole in the center of each ball with your thumb.
- Bake in a 350°F oven for about 15 minutes until lightly browned.
- After baking, fill the hollows with icing or jelly.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
612
kcal
31% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Contains
Wheat/Gluten
Tree nuts
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).