Thumbprint Cookies

Thumbprint Cookies

6 tbsp butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
2 tbsp canola oil
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp butter flavoring
1 1/2 cups flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
7 1/2 tsp assorted jams

In a large bowl, cream the butter and the sugar. Beat in the egg. Beat in the oil, vanilla, and the butter flavoring. Combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Stir into the creamed mixture. Roll into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation in the center of each cookie. Bake at 350 F for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Fill each cookie with 1/4 tsp jam. Cool completely.
Makes 2 1/2 dozen