Description

These savory thumbprint cookies are a delightful twist on the classic sweet version. Filled with tangy cheese and topped with a variety of savory spreads, they make a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Dough:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 egg, separated
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Fillings:

Cream cheese and chives
Fig jam
Olive tapenade
Caramelized onions

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Instructions

Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a bowl, mix the flour, Parmesan, butter, egg yolk, salt, and pepper until a dough forms.
Shape the Dough: Roll the dough into small balls. Beat the egg white and brush the tops of each ball.
Make Indentations: Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each ball.
Fill the Thumbprints: Spoon different fillings into the indentations.
Bake: Bake the cookies in a preheated oven until golden.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can experiment with various fillings like pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, or goat cheese.
These cookies are best served warm.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 90
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0.3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg