Austrian classic · easy
Husarenkrapferl
Hussar thumbprintsThe name goes back to the Hussars of the Habsburg cavalry; the method goes back to every Austrian grandmother who let a child press the hollows. A perfect first bake.
about 40 cookies1 h 10 min incl. chillingKeeps 2 weeks in a tin350 °F (175 °C)Awaiting test bake
Photo after the test bake
You'll need
- 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 10½ tbsp (1⅓ sticks) soft unsalted butter
- ½ cup + 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup red currant jelly — or seedless raspberry jam
How to bake it
- Beat butter, powdered sugar, yolks and vanilla; work in the flour. Chill 30 minutes.
- Heat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Roll small balls, set on parchment, press a hollow into each.
- Bake 12–14 minutes until the edges barely colour.
- While warm, press the hollows again gently; fill with warmed jelly once cool.
Oma's tip: Dip your thumb in flour before pressing — the dough won't stick.
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