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No Chill Peanut Butter Thumbprint Cookies (Gluten-Free)

Josefina Almond Yes
These gluten-free peanut butter thumbprint cookies are soft, chewy, and amazing! No chill time! A quick and easy dessert that’s perfect for holidays, gifting, or everyday baking. Simple cookies that everyone will love, no fail.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Cookies & Bars
Cuisine International
Servings 24 cookies

Ingredients
  

  • 1 and 3/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (113g), softened at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup jam

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, peanut butter, and sugars using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed until pale and smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until integrated. Reduce the speed to low, add the dry ingredients, and mix until combined. Don’t overmix.
  • Scoop tablespoons of dough on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. Gently press the cookies down, then use your thumb to make an indentation in the middle of each. Spoon jam into each cookie.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Let cool before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store the cookies covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator. You can freeze the cookies in an air-tight container or freezer bag.
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