Perfect Black Raspberry Lavender Thumbprint Cookies
These thumbprint cookies combine buttery, crumbly dough with a floral hint of lavender and a sweet, tangy black raspberry jam center, creating a unique and elegant treat perfect for gifting or enjoying with tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black raspberry jam
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter and 2/3 cup granulated sugar with a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add 1 large room-temperature egg and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and finely chopped 1 tablespoon culinary lavender buds. Gradually add this to the butter mixture on low speed, mixing just until the dough comes together.
- Using a 1-inch cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Press your thumb or the back of a teaspoon gently into the center of each ball to create an indentation.
- Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of black raspberry jam into each indentation. Warming the jam slightly is optional.
- Bake for 14-16 minutes, rotating halfway through if needed, until edges are lightly golden but centers remain pale.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
If dough is too soft, chill for 10-15 minutes before scooping. Do not overfill jam to prevent leaking. Use food-grade dried lavender finely chopped for best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute flour with 1:1 gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use solid coconut oil or vegan butter but expect slight flavor changes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 1
Keywords: black raspberry, lavender, thumbprint cookies, homemade cookies, jam cookies, floral cookies, easy baking, gift cookies