Lemon Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies

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Saramin (@678sarin)

Delicious five-ingredient lemon cheesecake thumbprint cookies perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.

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Lemon Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies recipe
Prep Time
1hr 10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
1hr 25min

Ingredients

24 Servings
(1 serving = 1 cookie)
  • 8oz
    cream cheese
  • 1/2cup
    butter
  • 3/4cup
    sugar
  • 1tsp
    lemon extract
  • 2cups
    flour
  • 1/2cup
    jam

How to make Lemon Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies

  1. Mix the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.

    Step 1.1: Mix the cream cheese and butter together until smooth
  2. Add the sugar and lemon extract, then mix again until well combined.

    Step 1.1: Add the sugar and lemon extract, then mix again until well combined
  3. Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms.

    Step 1.1: Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms
  4. Refrigerate the dough for up to one hour.

  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  6. Take the dough out of the fridge and roll it with a little bit of flour.

    Step 1.1: Take the dough out of the fridge and roll it with a little bit of flour
    Step 1.2: Take the dough out of the fridge and roll it with a little bit of flour
  7. Make an imprint in the center of each cookie.

    Step 1.1: Make an imprint in the center of each cookie
  8. Add any jam you like into the imprint.

    Step 1.1: Add any jam you like into the imprint
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

    Step 1.1: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden
  10. Allow to cool before serving.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use a small spoon or your thumb to make the imprint in the cookies.

  2. Experiment with different types of jam for varied flavors.

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My name is Saramin is a culinary enthusiast with a flair for transforming everyday ingredients into delightful, flavour-packed dishes. Passionate about home cooking, Sarin specializes...