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Heart Jam Cookies

These delightful heart-shaped cookies with a gooey jam center offer a perfect balance of buttery sweetness and fruity goodness, making them a nostalgic treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 135
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Creates a tender, melt-in-the-mouth crumb.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Provides essential sweetness.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Structure and chewiness.
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch Adds tenderness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor profile.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances overall taste.
For the filling
  • 1 cup fruit jam Choose your favorite flavor like raspberry, strawberry, or apricot.
For decoration (optional)
  • As needed tablespoon powdered sugar For dusting before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy and pale (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Incorporate the vanilla extract into the mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt until blended.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Make a small indentation in the center of each ball and spoon in about 1 teaspoon of your chosen fruit jam.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  3. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

These cookies can be frozen after baking for freshness. To reheat, microwave for 10-15 seconds.