Strawberry Jam Cookies
Strawberry Jam Cookies are a delightful treat that combines buttery softness with the sweet-tart goodness of strawberry jam. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies evoke nostalgic memories of sunny days and family gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up a batch that will impress friends and family alike. Enjoy them warm with a glass of milk or share them at parties for a colorful and delicious dessert.
- 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
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture while mixing on low speed.
- Scoop mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheets, making an indentation in each mound for the jam.
- Fill each indentation with strawberry jam and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. - Feel free to substitute strawberry jam with raspberry or apricot for a different flavor twist.