100% Vegetarian
Dessert Recipes Continental
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Cornmeal Guava Thumbprint Cookies

Cornmeal Guava Thumbprint Cookies is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F.

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Cornmeal Guava Thumbprint Cookies
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Prep Time 20 mins
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Cook Time 36 mins
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Total Time 56 mins
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Servings 4 Servings
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Calories ~340 kcal
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Difficulty Expert
Difficulty Levels Guide
  • Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
  • Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
  • Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
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Ingredients Required

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Step-by-Step Cooking Method

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Total 12 Steps
01

Preheat oven to 350°F.

02

Combine all purpose flour, cornmeal, ground cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in medium bowl.

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Using electric mixer, beat unsalted butter and brown sugar in large bowl until fluffy.

04

Mix in egg yolk and vanilla extract.

05

Mix in dry ingredients.

06

Form dough into 1-inch balls.

07

Arrange on ungreased baking sheet, spacing 1 1/2 inches apart.

08

Make depression in center of each using thumb or handle of wooden spoon.

09

Fill depressions with jelly.

10

Continue baking until bottoms of cookies are brown, about 10 minutes.

11

Cool on rack. (Can be prepared 1 week ahead.

12

Refrigerate in airtight container.).

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Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings

  • Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
  • Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.

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