Apricot Cream Cheese Thumbprints Recipe
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Apricot Cream Cheese Thumbprints

By: Mellan  
"These always look so pretty on the cookie plates I give for Christmas."

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 7 dozen
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup apricot preserves
  • 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Combine the flour and baking powder; stir into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Cover, and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Roll tablespoonfuls of dough into balls, and place them 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Using your finger, make an indention in the center of each ball, and fill with 1/2 teaspoon of apricot preserves.
  3. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioner's sugar.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 90 | Total Fat: 4.4g | Cholesterol: 17mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2004 by SAMANTHABOMB 
Made these for Christmas. I doubled the creamcheese like one other reviewer. Everyone said... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2003 by MAMABEAC 
These cookies make a lovely presentation. I tried them with both apricot & red raspberry... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2005 by debbierl 
This is a great recipe. I read some other reviews that described this cookie recipe as bland,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2003 by ELIZZYC 
Very tasty and easy to make. Next time I'll line my cookie sheet with aluminum foil -... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2003 by LUCYLYNN23 
These are excellent! I decided to make the batter, chill overnight, and cook the next day.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2003 by debbiesd 
I love this recipe! We had a cookie exchange and my mom made this recipe and it was the best... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2002 by LAURENERIKA 
These cookies are beautiful and tasty. I made them for our Christmas party last year and they... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 13, 2002 by KIMSWALKER 
I made these for a cookie exchange at work, and they were a hit. They were the perfect... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 27, 2002 by PATTIC 
These cookies are fabulous! I don't usually make thumbprints, but after reading all the good... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 15, 2002 by DINKA 
These are really bland. I was disappointed. They look pretty but turn out dry and tasteless. MORE

 
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