Chestnut Flour Thumbprint Cookies: How to Make Them in 20 Min
If you love soft, nutty cookies with a hint of sweetness, these Chestnut Flour Thumbprint Cookies are about to become your new favorite treat! Made with naturally sweet chestnut flour and filled with fruity raspberry jam, they’re rich, tender, and ready in just 30 minutes.
Servings: 12
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups 180g chestnut flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup 50g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup raspberry jam or your favorite jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with your parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together chestnut flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until pale and airy. Then, add the egg and vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
- Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough comes together.
- Shape the dough into balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb or a spoon to gently press an indentation in the center of each.
- Spoon a small amount of raspberry jam into each indentation, being careful not to overfill.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the edges are a soft golden hue. Remove from the oven and let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for a few minutes to cool.
- Move the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make them crispier or softer by adjusting the bake time. Bake a minute or two longer for crispier cookies or a minute less for a softer bite.
- Press gently when making the indent. If cracks appear, smooth them out with your fingers or use a teaspoon for an even shape.
- Thicken the jam if it’s too runny. Stir in a teaspoon of cornstarch or simmer briefly to prevent it from seeping into the cookie.
- Chill the dough for 15–20 minutes if it feels too soft. This helps the cookies maintain their shape and stops them from spreading.