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Strawberry Rhubarb Thumbprint Cookies

Buttery shortbread cookies filled with a sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185

Ingredients
  

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
  • 1/2 pound fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
  • 1/2 pound fresh rhubarb chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice from a Meyer lemon if available
Cookies
  • 3/4 cup salted butter softened to room temperature
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

Method
 

Strawberry Rhubarb Jam
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the fruit breaks down, about 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms. You may need to use your hands to bring it together.
  5. Using a 1 1/2-tablespoon scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Working with one portion at a time, roll it into a smooth ball. Use the back of a rounded measuring spoon or your thumb to create an indentation in the center, being careful not to press all the way through.
  7. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
  8. Fill each indentation with about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of the cooled strawberry rhubarb jam, depending on the depth of the indent.
  9. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

Substitute frozen rhubarb if fresh is unavailable; thaw and drain excess liquid before using. For a smoother jam, you can strain out the seeds after cooking, but you'll have less jam. Store cookies in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but they are best enjoyed the day they are made. To freeze, place cookies on a lined baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months; do not stack them. When making the indentation, aim for about halfway through the dough to prevent the jam from leaking. Overfilled cookies may cause a mess, so fill just to the top of the indent.

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