Thumbprint Cookie Recipes

Old fashioned, shortbread or with nuts, our classic thumbprint cookie recipes just can’t be matched! Fill you and your guests up with these recipes.

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No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprints

Years ago, a friend gave me a recipe for chocolate peanut treats that didn't require baking. I thought it was a quick and clever way to whip up a batch of sweet snacks without heating up the kitchen, and I started making different variations. This one includes luscious Nutella and crunchy hazelnuts. Yum! —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Caramel Thumbprint Cookies

If you want a thick, chewy cookie that's loaded with chocolate flavor and smooth caramel, these caramel thumbprint cookies are...


Coconut Drops

Coconut drops are chewy cookies with a sweet thumbprint of raspberry preserves in the center. Our contest-winning recipe looks gorgeous...


Walnut Thumbprints

Out of all my cookie recipes, I get the most requests for this one. A friend gave the recipe to...


Sacher Torte Cookies

This cookie recipe will be a hit whether you are making it for your family or for a potluck. Apricot...

Mountain Cookies

I've been making these deliciously different cookies for about 11 years. My kids especially like the creamy coconut filling. Whenever...


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Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies

These chocolate thumbprint cookies are simple but tasty, satisfying any chocolate lover's sweet tooth. Rolled in walnuts and sealed with...


Thumbprint Cookies

Buttery and not-too-sweet thumbprint cookies filled with fruit preserves make for a refreshing little bite any time of day.


Cream Cheese Cookies

These cream cheese cookies are delicate and delightful for any tea tray or dessert platter.


White Chocolate Raspberry Thumbprints

When I pass around the cookie tray, all eyes land on these fancy thumbprints. The white chocolate filling and dab...


Chocolate-Covered Cherry Thumbprints

When I dig out my best cookie recipes, I'm reminded of baking with my children when they were little. These...


Red Velvet Peppermint Thumbprints

Red velvet cookies and cakes are so pretty, but I always wish they had a bigger flavor. I infused these...


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Raspberry Pistachio Thumbprints

Thumbprint cookies are a Christmas classic, and I especially like my updated version with pistachios. The rich, buttery bites are...

Peanut Butter Pie Cookies

I love the combination of chocolate and peanut butter, but my favorite—peanut butter pie—is tough to eat on the go....