Mixing the Dough with EaseBegin by creaming together room-temperature butter to ensure it's light and fluffy – this helps create a delicate cookie texture.

Then, gradually blend in your flour, creating a pliable and smooth dough.

If it feels dry or crumbly, as can happen, just add a tiny bit of butter to bring it together. Rest assured, a soft and cohesive dough is within reach with just a little patience and some elbow grease!

Shaping, Jamming, and Baking to PerfectionOnce the dough is ready, shaping your cookies is a delightful and hands-on step.

Scoop even portions and roll them between your palms until they're nice and round.

Roll the balls in the additional sugar and then set them on the baking sheet to ensure they don't touch each other.

Now here's the fun part: use your thumb or scoop to create a generous well in the center of each cookie, making a perfect nest for that luscious jam.

Spooning the raspberry jam into the indents

Bake your thumbprint cookies just until they're lightly kissed with a golden hue.

Remember, every oven is different, so keep an eye on them to ensure they achieve that perfect bake.

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

Bake the cookies for around 10-13 minutes or until the edges JUST begin to brown.

Let the cookies cool for around 5-10 minutes.