These soft, buttery thumbprint cookies have a hint of tang from cream cheese and are filled with your favorite jam for a classic treat. They\u2019re simple to make and perfect for holidays or everyday snacking.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nThis post contains affiliate links, if you make a purchase through one of these links, we will make a small commission at no extra cost to you. See our Disclosure Policy<\/a> for more information. Thank you for your support.<\/p>\n Follow Graceful Little Honey Bee on:<\/strong> Cream cheese thumbprint cookies are easy to make, always soft, and just a little tangy thanks to the cream cheese in the dough. They bake up tender and buttery, and you can fill the centers with any jam you like\u2014strawberry, raspberry, apricot, or whatever you have on hand. <\/p>\n They\u2019re simple to make, kid-friendly, and great for holiday trays, cookie exchanges, or quick homemade gifts. I know you\u2019re going to love this fun and simple cookie recipe and will want to save it to make over and over again. If you\u2019re looking for more easy cookies recipes, be sure to check out the recipes below and happy baking friends!<\/p>\n unsalted butter In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy.<\/p>\n Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla until combined.<\/p>\n Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.<\/p>\n Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.<\/p>\n Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). <\/p>\n Line baking sheets with parchment paper.<\/p>\n Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.<\/p>\n Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to gently press an indentation into the center of each ball.<\/p>\n Fill each indentation with about \u00bd teaspoon of jam.<\/p>\n Bake for 12\u201314 minutes or until edges are just turning golden.<\/p>\n Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.<\/p>\n Cream cheese cookie dough baked until golden brown then topped with jam of choice. <\/span><\/p>\n
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Ingredients for Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies<\/h2>\n
cream cheese
granulated sugar
egg yolk
vanilla extract<\/a>
all-purpose flour
salt
jam or preserves (any flavor)<\/p>\nHow to Make Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies<\/h2>\n
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