Jam thumbprints

Jam thumbprints

Ingredients/Components

• vanilla - 1 tsp
• granulated sugar - 1/3 c
• salt - 1/2 tsp
• finely chopped walnuts - 3/4 c
• softened butter - 2/3 c
• sifted all-purpose flour
• slightly beaten egg whites - 2 item
• large slightly beaten egg yolks - 2 item

How to make jam thumbprints:

Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg yolks, vanilla and salt; beat well. Gradually add sifted flour, mixing well. Shape in 3/4-inch balls; dip in beaten egg whites and roll in walnuts. Place 1-inch apart on greased cookie sheet. Press down center of each with thumb. Bake at 350° for 15 to 17 minutes. Cool slightly; remove from pan and cool on rack. Just before serving, use 1/3 cup cherry or strawberry preserves to fill centers of cookies. Makes 3 dozen.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Cookie and brownie, Holiday.