Shortbread Thumbprint Cookies: Amazing 1-Hour Recipe

A simple and delicious recipe for buttery shortbread thumbprint cookies, decorated with chocolate footballs, perfect for game day or any celebration.

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Prepare Chocolate Footballs: Melt dark chocolate and pipe into football molds. Refrigerate for 5-10 minutes until set. Melt white chocolate for laces, pipe on top, and chill again.
Make Cookie Dough: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together softened butter, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour until combined.
Shape Cookies: Scoop dough using a tablespoon, roll into balls, and coat in nonpareil sprinkles. Place on lined baking sheets.
Chill Dough: Refrigerate dough balls for about 10 minutes before baking.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom.
Add Chocolate Footballs: Press a chilled chocolate football into the center of each cookie while warm.
Cool and Store: Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Chill to firm chocolate, store in an airtight container.

Customize with different sprinkle colors for various occasions.
Ensure butter is at room temperature for optimal creaming.
Chilling the dough before baking helps maintain shape and prevents excessive spreading.
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Get creative with chocolate shapes if football molds are unavailable.