Guava Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies
Guava Cream Cheese Thumbprint Cookies are a soft, delicious treat with a tropical twist. These cookies feature a creamy cream cheese base paired with sweet, tangy guava paste in a thumbprint shape. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for holidays or any special occasion, these cookies are sure to impress with their delicate sweetness and visually appealing appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: About 3 hours (including chilling time)
- Yield: 30-35 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical, American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
8 ounces cream cheese (full-fat, room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup guava paste (or guava jam)
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium-sized bowl.
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Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add sugar, egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough forms.
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Chill the dough for at least 2 hours.
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls, dusting hands with powdered sugar or dampening them if sticky. Press your thumb or a spoon to make an indent in the center.
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Fill the indents with warmed guava paste.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
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Let the cookies cool completely and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
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You can replace guava paste with other fruit jams like strawberry, mango, or apricot.
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For extra sweetness, drizzle a cream cheese glaze over cooled cookies.
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If the guava paste is too thick, warm it up slightly and add a few drops of water to loosen it.
