Heart Jam Cookies
These Heart Jam Cookies are a sweet and festive treat, perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine’s Day. Made with a buttery shortbread base and filled with sweet raspberry jam, these cookies are easy to prepare, versatile, and sure to impress. A perfect combination of flavor and charm!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes per batch
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour
- Yield: About 40-42 cookies
- Category: Cookies, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Mix in the egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until the dough forms.
- Roll dough into balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
- Use your pinky finger or a small spoon to press two indentations into each dough ball, forming a heart shape.
- Freeze the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fill each heart indentation with 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry jam.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and set.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- You can substitute raspberry jam with other preserves like strawberry, apricot, or blackberry.
- If you prefer a citrusy flavor, add lemon or orange zest to the dough.
- For added texture, roll dough balls in chopped nuts like almonds or pistachios before baking.
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