Buttery and soft, sweet and tart, these cookies have it all! These Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies with Lemon Drizzle are simple to make and perfect for any occasion!
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This is day five of our First Annual 7 Days of Christmas Cookies! Missed the previous days? Check them out here:
Mocha Mint Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Chocolate Chip Ginger Cookies
Peppermint Chocolate Chip Chocolate Cookies
Cinnamon Vanilla Bean Sugar Cookies
I've only tempted thumbprint cookies a handful of times. And 90% of the time the cookie isn't the way it should be.
There is something crazy off about it, and I never could really figure it out.
These Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies with Lemon Drizzle are the most recent thumbprint cookie that I've made.
Did you see the Caramel Pumpkin Spice Thumbprint Cookies? Those cookies were popular, and I still can't get over how perfect they turned out!
I credited Sally from Sally's Baking addiction for those cookies. She did an apple pie spice version, and I took my love for pumpkin spice and made those.
This recipe is also from Sally. I took out the almond extracts since Kelsie has a tree nut allergy. I also made a lemon drizzle for the top, because we happen to love the sweet and tart flavors together that this idea brings out.
Sally is probably queen of thumbprint cookies, because like I said above, I've tried so many different recipes for them, and could never get one to turn out just right.
So why did these spring and summer like flavors end up in my list of Christmas cookies? Because thumbprints are classic cookies!
Why not add them to your Christmas baking!
Plus they are super easy to make, require just a few ingredients that you probably already have, AND because they are DELICIOUS!
Everyone loves delicious cookies, no matter what the time of year!
Not looking for spring flavors for Christmas? Ok, no worries. I have a Mint Chocolate Thumbprint Cookie coming up tomorrow!
For now though, give these a shot!
Just in case...What is a thumbprint cookie?
Originally from Sweden...it's a buttery cookie with a shallow well in the middle that’s filled with a sweet filling. Historically you use your thumb to push down on the cookie dough, creating that well in the middle, which is how it got the name!
How do I keep my thumbprint cookies from cracking?
Well, first off, it's perfectly ok to have some cracks along the sides of the cookies. Honest. However to keep cracks to a minimum to none at all, make sure that you roll the dough until your ball is completely smooth. Once you make your indention, if you see some cracks, immediately smooth them back out with your finger.
What are some flavors that I can use to make other thumbprint cookies?
- Add orange or lemon zest to the cookie dough, and fill the middle blueberry jam.
- Leave out fruit altogether and use vanilla extract, fill the middle with caramel, and drizzle with melted chocolate.
- Using only vanilla extract, and fill the center with chocolate buttercream, and top with sprinkles.
Love cookies and want more ideas?
- Red Velvet Cake Mix Cookies
- Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
- Sheet Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies for a Crowd
- Cookies and Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies
Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies with Lemon Drizzle
Buttery and soft, sweet and tart, these cookies have it all! These Raspberry Thumbprint Cookies with Lemon Drizzle are simple to make and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- ⅔ cup sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons flour
- ½ cup raspberry preserves
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl attached to a stand mixer, beat the butter for two full minutes. Add the sugar and vanilla. Beat another two minutes.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add the flour, until all combined. Once combined, cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
- When ready to bake, remove from the fridge, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Using a tablespoon of dough, shape the dough into balls, and place on a baking sheet. Using your thumb or the large rounded handle of a wooden spoon (or the lid to an essential oil bottle, which is what I used) create an indention into the top of the dough. Be careful to keep from having cracks, and if there are any, simply use your fingers to smooth the dough back together.
- Place ½ teaspoon into each cookie, and bake for 13 to 14 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before placing on a cooling rack to cool completely.
- When the cookies are cooled completely, mix together ingredients for the lemon drizzle, and using a whisk or spoon, drizzle the icing back and forth. The icing will set up within a couple of hours.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 130Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 63mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 0gSugar: 13gProtein: 0g
Alli Smith
Thumbprint cookies are at the top of my list of favorite Christmas cookies! I've never had Raspberry and that lemon drizzle puts it over the top. I need to make these soon. They are beautiful and look delicious.
Taylor Aube
Raspberry is my absolute favorite flavor when it comes to sugary treats and these cookies sound so delicious. Love the idea of a lemon drizzle too - so yummy!
Melissa Chapman
I am a big fan of number 5 those raspberry cookies look so good with the lemon icing even better. I am not a great baker but this might be worth trying this season.
Jeanette
We have raspberries on sale this week so I think I'm going to make this. They look delicious! The drizzle on top makes it stand out!
Amber Myers
Ooo yum, these look like some amazing cookies. I always enjoy cookies with lemon. I'll be making these soon with my kids!
Milton Goh
Yummy! These look so good!! Saw your comment on another blog post and I’m praying that your hubby lands an amazing new position ASAP!
Joanna
Thank you for your prayers! We appreciate them.
Veronica Spriggs
ooo i love thumbprint cookies and these look so yummy. i've never done a jelly filled thumbprint only chocolate or peanut butter i'll have to try these
Jodi
Those look delicious. I love lemon, so I think the lemon drizzle sounds like the perfect finishing touch.
corinne & kirsty
I love anything lemon flavored and I loooove cookies! These look delicious!
Damond Nollan
These cookies look amazing! You are about this close ---> <--- to having me dust off my baking skills and start showing off. Thank you for sharing these recipes.
Krystal Butherus
I'm going to have to add these to my list of cookies to make! They look so delicious!
candy
We enjoy thumb print cookies and love how many different ways there are to make them. Your lemon drizzle sounds really special.
Laura @ MommyDearest
Thumbprint cookies are always on the top of or list. I love the added lemon drizzle. I'm going to have to try that.
Cassie
I love thumbprint cookies! They always look so pretty too and I never would have thought to put a lemon drizzle on them - can't wait to try
Joely Smith
OMGOODNESS these look SO GOOD! I love raspberry but you really sold me with the lemon drizzle! Thank you so much for the recipe!
Jen Walker
I love this type of cookie overall but haven't had success making them myself. That being said, I'm definitely going to try out your recipe and hope for the best!
Liz Mays
Now these sound super good. We're totally ready to make some cookies and raspberry and lemon flavors would be great.
Franc Ramon
This is such an excellent dessert or snack treat. It's small and munchy plus sweet and rich in flavor.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy
The combination of raspberry and lemon sounds divine. These cookies look so fun and festive for Christmas too. I can't wait to try this recipe.
Pam
Thumbprint cookies are my favorite holiday cookies. I love the flavor combination on this recipe!
Amanda
I have never made a thumbprint cookie before. I never realized they were so easy! I usually stick to just eating them, but this year I would love to try my hand at making them.
Heidi
Your cookies look so pretty and yummy! They remind me of visiting my grandmother when I was little. Thumbprint cookies are such a throwback cookie. Love them!
Jona Shares
Wow, another cookies to try on this Holiday Season. I would love to try this. Hopefully I will be able to successfully do it.
Our Family World
Thank you for sharing the recipe for thumbprint cookies. I usually don't venture out of my "comfort recipe" of chocolate chip cookie and chunky chewy oatmeal cookies. However, your easy to follow recipe gave me the confidence to make some myself!
Sarah Bailey
Oh my goodness they look absolutely delicious I bet raspberry with a bit of lemon drizzle tastes wonderful as well.
Chubskulit Rose
Such a tasty looking cookies you have here. I am not much of a baker but this is something I'd like to try to make since I hAVE CRANBERRIES AT HOME.
empowerandhelp
This is a recipe we would infact love to share to our viewers also, Raspberry and lemon ....you cannot go wrong . It looks yummy and fun to make
reesa
I've always loved thumprint cookies. That lemon drizzle must go amazing with the raspberry jam!
Kimberly Lewis
I have never made a thumbprint cookie before but these look amazing! I love cookies!
LaToyia Dennis
Those cookies look delish! I may have to try those this year. I am also excited about the 7 days tradition. Should be fun!
Rose
These look good. I have everything but the preserve's so they are doable to make. Did you use lemon juice from the bottle or a real lemon? I would be so pleased with nyself to display such pretty cookies.
Brittany
I've always wanted to make thumbprint cookies but I've been to worried. I will definitely be trying your recipe out this week!
Kaylee S.
I was just wondering what I could make for christmas tea party I'm hosting. I think these would look elegant and be tasty too! SO glad that you posted!
Mary Edwards
I love these. I'm heading to a cookie swap next week and these would be great. Great way to shake things up since it's usually the same choc chip, peanut butter, or m&m cookies. Thanks
Serena Hale
I did not know that they called it thumbprint cookies. You did a good job. Looks really good and not difficult to make.
Debra Hawkins
I love thumbprint cookies! They are some of my favorite but I have never tried to make them before! I am going to have to try out this recipe!
Quirky Homemaker
I don't think I've ever made a thumbprint cookie before. I love the lemon drizzle on these. We'll have to try a new cookie this year!
Amber S.
Anyone who knows me knows I am a cookie nut! I can’t wait to make these; the flavors sound amazing! Pinning this one!
Amy h
These look delicious. We love making cookies during December. I've never made thumbprint cookies before - so this will be a first.
Kiwi
I never had thumbprint cookies before. I would love to try one in the near future.
Sandy N Vyjay
The Raspberry thumbprint cookies really look ravishing. Just looking at the pictures is enough to activate craving for them. Will try them out and follow your recipe but not sure they will come out half as good as yours!
MONNKA
I think I will be in love with these sweets. I love this combination - raspberry - lemon.
Rosey
I love thumbprint cookies. The little burst of flavor in the middle always makes me happy. 🙂
Heather
These look so soft and yummy! What a great flavor combination. I'd love to make some to add to our neighbor treat plates this year.
Cindy Ingalls
Love these classic cookies. I remember looking forward to enjoying thumbprint cookies when I was a kid. There is just something about the mix of the fruit and icing that tastes so holiday.
Jeanine
Love this idea! I’ve never seen them with lemon drizzle before but yes please! Lemon is my absolute favourite so these would be a huge hit for me!
Anosa Malanga
I have been checking out various recipes to do for our Christmas dinner. Glad I came over here, definitely a good one to add on our list!
Jake Ferrer
Oh i love these cookies. It looks so delicious. Perfect for our family dessert.
TColeman
I love cookies with raspberry flavoring in some way or another. I need to make some of these!
Amber Nelson
Oh these look to die for. I love trying out new recipes during the holiday season. These look great!
Jeremy
Thanks for sharing us.
i like cookies,
Khushboo
Yummy the recipe looks awesome..never tried raspberry cookies.. Thanks for sharing this
Di Hickman
Oooh I've made these before but not with the lemon drizzle! Sounds like a great addition!
Christiana
These cookies look so attractive, I just want to reach out and grab one. If only I could. So yummy.
Lynnette Joselly
So many fun ways to recreate these cookies! I may even try to drizzle dulce de leche
Claudia Blanton
Oh my, I love these cookies! Baking is one my favorite past times, and I am always looking for more recipes. Thanks - blessings!
Rachel
I love thumbprint cookies. The lemon drizzle seems like an amazing addition. I love lemon and raspberry together.