Strawberry Jam Cookies
Strawberry Jam Cookies are a delightful treat that combines buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie dough with a sweet and tangy strawberry jam center. These cookies evoke warm memories of summer afternoons spent baking with loved ones. Their vibrant appearance and irresistible flavor make them perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a cozy cup of tea. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup high-quality strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Make an indentation in each ball using your thumb.
- Fill each indentation with about half a teaspoon of strawberry jam.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting strawberry jam with raspberry or blueberry preserves. For extra texture, sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking. Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes prior to baking can yield chewier cookies.