Description
hese adorable Heart Jam Cookies are buttery, tender, and filled with sweet jam in a heart-shaped thumbprint. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time you want to share a little love!
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup strawberry or raspberry jam (or your favorite jam)
Instructions
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Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using) until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing just until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
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Shape the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to press into each ball, creating a heart-shaped indent. Use your fingers to shape the edges into a neat heart.
- Spoon a small amount of jam into each heart-shaped indent, being careful not to overfill.
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Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality jam for the filling.
- You can substitute the jam with chocolate spread or lemon curd for a twist.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 135 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1.5 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg