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16 Thumbprint Cookie Recipes So Addictive, You’ll Never Stop at Just One!

There’s something about thumbprint cookies that makes them downright irresistible. With their buttery base and sweet, jam-filled centers, these bite-sized treats strike the perfect balance of rich and fruity flavor. From classic recipes to fun twists, this collection of thumbprint cookies will have you coming back for seconds (and thirds!). Get ready—once you try them, stopping at just one won’t be an option.

Lemon Curd Cookies

Lemon Curd Cookies
Photo Credit: Confetti and Bliss.

Lemon curd cookies are soft, buttery treats infused with the zesty essence of fresh lemons. These buttery thumbprint cookies feature a shortbread crust with luscious lemon curd centers. Celebrate long days and hot nights with this tangy summer dessert.

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Easy Twix Thumbprint Cookies

Easy Twix Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: The Cooking Duo.

Do you love Twix bars? Then you’re going to LOVE these Twix Thumbprint Cookies! These simple sugar cookies are filled with delicious caramel, then topped with chocolate for a Twix-style cookie that is packed with flavor and smooth texture. Enjoy them for an easy dessert, or make them for a Christmas cookie exchange!

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Peanut Butter Nutella Thumbprint Cookies

Peanut Butter Nutella Thumbprint Cookies 
Photo Credit: Cookies for Days.

Our favorite peanut butter cookie base punctuated with a thumbprint of gooey and decadent Nutella. These Peanut Butter Nutella Thumbprint Cookies are a creative spin on a classic flavor profile – you ‘butter’ believe you’re going to love it!

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Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Almond Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: A Couple Cooks.

These are the tastiest almond thumbprint cookies: perfectly chewy, made with almond flour and featuring a homemade jam and easy icing drizzle!

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Strawberry Jam Cookies

Strawberry Jam Cookies
Photo Credit: Live to Sweet.

I’ve seen a million recipes for thumbprint cookies, but these Strawberry Jam Cookies are seriously the best! The secret is vanilla sugar, which makes these cookies itty bitty flavor bombs!

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Vegan Thumbprint Cookies

Vegan Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Vegan thumbprint cookies make a wonderful holiday cookie with their easy preparation and minimal ingredients.

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Thumbprint Cookies Recipe

Thumbprint Cookies Recipe
Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

Who doesn’t love cookies? Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and the list goes on. But what I really adore are these Thumbprint Cookies with all of the sweetness and texture of cookie goodness dotted with the freshness of fruity jam.

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Paleo Blueberry Thumbprints

Paleo Blueberry Thumbprints
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These paleo blueberry thumbprints combine a soft chewy cookie and a slightly sweet fruity blueberry filling for a healthy grain free dessert you’ll love.

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Almond Pulp Cookies (Cranberry Orange Thumbprints)

Almond Pulp Cookies (Cranberry Orange Thumbprints)
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Thumbprint almond pulp cookies are the easiest and tastiest way to use leftover almond pulp from homemade almond milk – a gluten-free & vegan recipe using almond pulp and oat flour.

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Almond Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

Almond Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
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These healthy chocolate thumbprint cookies have a buttery almond flavor, are gluten and grain free and guaranteed to please everyone!

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Cranberry-Chocolate-Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Cranberry-Chocolate-Almond Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

If you’re looking for a new treat for your holiday cookie platter, these Cranberry-Chocolate-Almond Thumbprint Cookies are perfect!

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Almond Raspberry Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies

Almond Raspberry Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: An Affair from the Heart.

You won’t be able to stop at just one of these Almond Raspberry Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies! These cookies are buttery, sweet, light and flaky resembling little pastries. They are just perfect in every way!

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Nutty Keto Jam Thumbprint Cookies

Nutty Keto Jam Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

These gluten free and keto Jam Thumbprint Cookies are soft inside with a crispy nut coating and sweet raspberry jam filling. They’re a lovely addition to a holiday cookie platter, and are also perfect for a sweet treat any time of year.

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies

Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

If you like soft, chewy cookies and the thought of a pb&j sandwich gives you fond memories of childhood lunches, you’re going to love these Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies!

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Guava Berry Coconut Thumbprint Cookies

Guava Berry Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: Tastes of Lizzy T.

Spring meets the tropics with these Guava Berry Coconut Thumbprint Cookies! A cream cheese sugar cookie, folded with tropical coconut and filled with strawberry guava.

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Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies

Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies
Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

Unless you’re new here you already know that I’ve never met a cookie I didn’t like! But I have to say, these peanut butter thumbprint cookies are one of my all-time favorites!

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