Citrus-Kissed Fig Thumbprints

Dairy Free
Citrus-Kissed Fig Thumbprints
55 min.
48
65kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Citrus-Kissed Fig Thumbprints, a perfect dairy-free dessert that will tantalize your taste buds! These charming little cookies are not only easy to make but also a wonderful way to impress your friends and family at gatherings or special occasions. With a zesty twist from the grated lemon and orange peels, each bite offers a refreshing burst of citrus that beautifully complements the rich sweetness of fig preserves.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you bake these golden treats, their edges lightly crisped to perfection. The thumbprint design not only adds a rustic charm but also creates the perfect little well for the luscious fig filling. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply treating yourself, these cookies are sure to be a hit!

With just 55 minutes of preparation and baking time, you can whip up a batch of 48 delightful cookies that are as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate. Each cookie contains only 65 calories, making them a guilt-free indulgence. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a batch of Citrus-Kissed Fig Thumbprints that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup let set min. spread 
  • teaspoon coarse salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, flour, melted butter, lemon peel, orange peel, vanilla and egg until soft dough forms.
  2. Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Using thumb or handle of wooden spoon, make indentation in center of each cookie. Spoon about 1/4 teaspoon preserves into each indentation.
  3. Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. If desired, sprinkle with coarse sugar. Cool completely. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories65kcal
Protein3.45%
Fat35.32%
Carbs61.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.71
Glycemic Load
0.84
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.36260869872311%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:65.13kcal
3.26%
Fat:2.55g
3.93%
Saturated Fat:0.42g
2.65%
Carbohydrates:9.97g
3.32%
Net Carbohydrates:9.93g
3.61%
Sugar:5.56g
6.18%
Cholesterol:3.41mg
1.14%
Sodium:102.09mg
4.44%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Protein:0.56g
1.12%
Vitamin A:89.73IU
1.79%