1 serving (20 grams) contains 90 calories, 1.0 grams of protein, 4.0 grams of fat, and 12.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
1084.3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60.2 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 361.4 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 144.6 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Sugars | 72.3 g | ||
| protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60.2 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 241.0 mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Thumbprint cookies are classic bite-sized treats originating from Swedish cuisine, traditionally known as "Hallongrotta" meaning raspberry cave. These cookies feature a soft, buttery base made from flour, sugar, butter, and often a pinch of salt and vanilla extract. The highlight of the cookie is a central indent—shaped with a thumb, hence the name—filled with sweet jam, typically raspberry or apricot. While thumbprint cookies are beloved for their simplicity and balance of rich buttery flavor and fruity sweetness, they are high in sugar and fat due to their ingredients. However, they can be adapted for healthier options by using whole-grain flour, reducing sugar content, or incorporating low-sugar fruit preserves. These cookies are enjoyed as festive treats in many cultures and provide a small indulgence perfect for special occasions.