Description
Delightfully tender and buttery Heart Jam Cookies with a sweet and fruity center. These charming cookies feature a soft dough base filled with your favorite fruit jam, making them perfect for sharing during holidays, special occasions, or anytime you crave a comforting homemade treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp milk (optional, to adjust dough consistency)
Extras
- 1/4 cup fruit jam (raspberry, strawberry, apricot, or choice)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this aside for later use.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too stiff, add 1 tablespoon of milk to adjust consistency.
- Shape Cookies: Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each piece into a small ball and flatten it slightly in your palm. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create a small well or indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill with Jam: Spoon about half a teaspoon of your chosen fruit jam into the indentation of each cookie. Be careful not to overfill to avoid spilling during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the cookies about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cookie edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, optionally dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
- Serve: Enjoy these delightful Heart Jam Cookies with tea, coffee, or as a sweet snack any time of day.
Notes
- Use chilled dough if you find it too sticky to shape.
- Choose your favorite jam flavor to personalize the cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- For a softer cookie, slightly underbake and let cool on the baking sheet.
- Powdered sugar is optional but adds a nice decorative touch and mild sweetness.
