Cream Cheese Jam Cookies

Delight your senses with these irresistibly soft and buttery Cream Cheese Jam Cookies, a perfect combination of tangy cream cheese dough and luscious jam centers. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies come together in just 30 minutes, featuring a delicate balance of flavors from creamy vanilla, a hint of salt, and your favorite fruity jam. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and softened butter, they’re easy to whip up for any occasion. The highlight of this recipe is the thumbprint indentation filled with jewel-like jam that bakes to perfection, creating a vibrant centerpiece for each cookie. Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant, bakery-style finish and enjoy them as a delightful treat for gatherings, holiday cookie exchanges, or a cozy afternoon snack. With their beautiful presentation and divine taste, these cookies are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 113 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 113 grams Cream cheese, softened
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 120 grams Jam (any flavor)
• 30 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the bowl, and beat again until well combined and fluffy.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 6

Using the back of a teaspoon or your thumb, gently press an indentation into the center of each dough ball. Be careful not to press all the way through.

Step 7

Fill each indentation with a small amount of jam, about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per cookie.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 13–15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just lightly golden. Do not overbake.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Step 11

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(681.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2785.2

Total Fat 133.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 371.8mg	0%
Sodium 1006.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 195.1g
Protein 29.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 194.7mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 420.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 53.1%