PB & J Thumbprints

PB & J Thumbprints
65 min.
36
127kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic favorite with these PB & J Thumbprints! Perfect for any dessert table, these cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter with the sweet, fruity goodness of your favorite jam or jelly. With a soft and chewy texture, each cookie is a little bite of nostalgia that will transport you back to childhood lunchboxes filled with peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

What makes these thumbprints truly special is their simplicity. Using a convenient peanut butter cookie mix, you can whip up a batch in just over an hour, making them an ideal treat for gatherings, parties, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. The process is fun and engaging, especially when you create the signature thumbprint in each cookie, ready to be filled with a luscious dollop of jam.

For those who crave a little extra decadence, a drizzle of chocolate frosting adds a luxurious touch that elevates these cookies to a whole new level. Whether you enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or a sweet surprise for friends and family, PB & J Thumbprints are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible treats that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • pouch peanut butter sandwich cookie crumbs (1 lb 1.5 oz)
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon water 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup jam 
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, oil, water and egg until soft dough forms. Shape dough into 36 balls, about 1 inch each.
  2. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
  4. Remove from oven and immediately make indentation in center of each cookie with back of spoon. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. Fill each thumbprint with 1/2 teaspoon jam. If desired, drizzle cookies with chocolate glaze. To make glaze, in small microwavable bowl, microwave frosting on High 10 seconds or until thin enough to drizzle.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein3.89%
Fat38.73%
Carbs57.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.53
Glycemic Load
0.88
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
0.78347826263179%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.4kcal
6.37%
Fat:5.68g
8.74%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.75%
Carbohydrates:18.95g
6.32%
Net Carbohydrates:18.32g
6.66%
Sugar:13.83g
15.37%
Cholesterol:4.55mg
1.52%
Sodium:138.74mg
6.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.29g
2.57%
Fiber:0.63g
2.52%
Iron:0.39mg
2.17%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
2.03%
Vitamin K:2.09µg
1.99%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.58%
Copper:0.03mg
1.43%
Phosphorus:12.82mg
1.28%