
50 Thumbprint Cookie Recipes to See You Through the Holidays and Beyond
When it comes to baking, we’re all about recipes that are as delicious to eat as they are fun to make. Enter these holiday favorites—squishing the dough down to make the little divots for filling is surprisingly satisfying. Which means that whipping up a big batch (half for gifting and the rest for eating) is really no burden at all. In fact, the only hard part is not devouring them all at once. On second thought, maybe we’ll just buy everyone’s gifts this year...
1.
Jam-Filled Thumbprint Cookies
Let’s start with a classic, shall we?
2.
Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies
We love a dessert mash-up.
3.
Salted Dulce de Leche Thumbprint Cookies
Sprinkled with sea salt because you’re one classy lady.
4.
Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies
Buttery, nutty sweetness.
5.
Ina’s Coconut Thumbprint Cookies
As in, the fabulous Ina Garten.
6.
Peppermint Kiss Thumbprint Cookies
With a creamy white chocolate center.
7.
Cherry Cheesecake Thumbprint Cookies
Two of our favorite desserts in one.
8.
Chocolate Espresso Thumbprint Cookies
Sprinkle on edible gold leaf if you’re feeling fancy.
9.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies
Basically a sandwich, so totally fine to eat for lunch, right?
10.
Hot Cocoa Thumbprint Cookies
Chocolate on chocolate.
11.
Grandpa's Thumbprint Cookies
Made with elderberry jam.
12.
Blueberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies
For a taste of summer, no matter what the weather’s doing.
13.
Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
With bourbon ganache because why the heck not?
14.
Eggnog Thumbprint Cookies
’Tis the season.
15.
Heart-Shaped Jam Thumbprint Cookies
Well, aren’t these just adorable?
16.
Pumpkin Thumbprint Cookies
Almost too cute to eat. (We said almost.)
17.
German Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
We’ll take three, bitte.
18.
Lemon Almond Thumbprint Cookies with Cherry Chia Jam
A Paleo and vegan-friendly treat.
19.
Apple Pie Thumbprint Cookies
So much easier to make than pie.
20.
Pecan Praline Thumbprints
We definitely won’t judge if you eat the sauce with a spoon.
21.
Pistachio Thumbprint Cookies with Black Currant Jam
Don’t they look gorgeous?
22.
Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies with Almond Glaze
The best way to use up leftover cranberry sauce.
23.
Coffee Toffee Thumbprint Cookies
You had us at coffee.
24.
Sea Salt Nutella Thumbprint Cookies
Sure, this chocolate-hazelnut spread is good on anything but it’s especially delicious here.
25.
Key Lime Thumbprint Cookies
For when you’re missing warmer weather.
26.
Flourless Peanut Butter and Jelly Thumbprint Cookies
A classic combo that’s gluten-free.
27.
Mini Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
They’re small—take two.
28.
Cheddar Jalapeño Thumbprints
Totally acceptable to eat before dinner.
29.
Turtle Thumbprint Cookies
With a melty chocolate and caramel pecan-topped center.
30.
Simple Marmalade Thumbprint Cookies
Feel free to substitute with your favorite jam.
31.
Twix Thumbprint Cookies
Caramel and chocolate: A love story.
32.
Chai Pumpkin Spice Thumbprint Cookies
The ultimate fall treat.
33.
Brownie and Chocolate Chip Cookie Thumbprint Cookies
We’re going to need a minute to process this.
34.
Gingerbread White Fudge Thumbprint Cookies
Yep, we’ll be having a very merry Christmas, indeed.
35.
Grain-Free Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies
What dietary restrictions?
36.
Red Velvet Cream Cheese Thumbprints
Oh hi, holiday cookie of our dreams.
37.
Cream Cheese Cookies
Frosting lovers, rejoice.
38.
Chocolate Mint Thumbprint Cookies
Serve with a glass of ice cold milk.
39.
Thumbprint Snowman Cookies
One for the kiddos. (And grown-ups, too.)
40.
Hershey S’mores Kiss Cookies
No camping outside necessary.
41.
Buttercream Thumbprint Sugar Cookies
For when you need a break from all that chocolate.
42.
Almond Joy Thumbprints
OK, back to chocolate.
43.
Vegan Thumbprint Cookies
Made with just five ingredients.
44.
Chocolate Rolo Thumbprint Cookies
The candy gets all melty and gooey.
45.
Lemon Thumbprint Cookies
There’s nothing wrong with keeping things simple.
46.
No-Bake Thumbprint Cookies
Short on oven space? No problem.
47.
Apple Butter Thumbprint Cookies
Save some of the filling to spread on toast.
48.
Carrot Cake Thumbprint Cookies
There’re vegetables in there so they’re totally healthy, right?
49.
Samoa Thumbprint Cookies
Hands down, the best Girl Scout cookie.
50.
Orange and Cranberry Thumbprint Cookies
Just try stopping at one.

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