Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies
These strawberry thumbprint cookies are packed with real strawberry flavor and naturally sweetened. Make strawberry thumbprint cookies as a lower-sugar treat or festive dessert.
Ingredients
- ½ cup softened butter unsalted or salted, your choice
- ¼ cup stevia complete or any granulated sweetener you prefer
- 2 tablespoons honey plus more for drizzling
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons strawberry powder
- Strawberry jam homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter, stevia, and honey in a large mixing bowl until fluffy and light in color.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
- Mix in the all-purpose flour and strawberry powder. Stir just until the dough comes together.
- Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on your prepared baking sheet.
- Press your thumb or the back of a small spoon into the center of each cookie to create an indent.
- Freeze the tray for 10 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape while baking.
- Bake for 12 minutes or until the edges are just barely golden.
- Cool the cookies slightly before filling each indent with strawberry jam.
- Drizzle with a touch of honey and garnish with a small strawberry slice if desired.
Notes
Variations and Substitutions
These strawberry thumbprint cookies are versatile enough to play around with:- Gluten-free? Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
- Dairy-free? Sub plant-based butter.
- Want extra richness? Add a tablespoon of almond flour for a nutty depth.
- Craving citrus? Lemon zest in the dough adds a tangy edge.
- Make it festive – top with crushed freeze-dried strawberries or heart-shaped jam for Valentine’s Day!
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