Jam cookies
Description
The pastry is easy and quick to prepare. This original baked treat makes a great addition to both children's and adults' menus. With a crispy crust, soft dough inside, and your favorite jam, it's a delicious combination that's definitely worth trying. Make homemade jam cookies and surprise your family and guests. Serve with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. For the crumb, you can use any nuts that are on hand.
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Step 2
2. Chop them finely with a knife and place on a baking sheet. Put in a preheated oven and dry slightly, then cool thoroughly.
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Step 3
3. Combine the butter with sugar and beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
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Step 4
4. Separate the egg white from the yolk. Add the yolk to the butter.
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Step 5
5. Add vanilla extract and gradually sift in the flour with salt. Knead a soft dough, then divide it into 12–15 pieces.
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Step 6
6. For extra flavor, you can also add cinnamon or cardamom to the jam cookie recipe. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll them into small balls.
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Step 7
7. Separately beat the egg whites with sugar.
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Step 8
8. Each ball should be dipped into the egg white so that it spreads evenly on all sides.
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Step 9
9. Then we dip the balls into the nut crumbs.
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Step 10
10. Make a small indentation in each ball.
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Step 11
11. Fill it with the filling. Place the jam-filled cookies on parchment paper and bake at home. Bake for about 15–20 minutes, and the aromatic cookies will be ready.