Viennese cookies with jam
Description
One of the heroes from an old Soviet tale about a military secret asked for more cookies and more jam in exchange for revealing battle secrets. You know, he was right. You'll agree with him too after preparing this exquisite shortbread cookie from Vienna. The incredible combination of jam and shortbread dough will win over even the most demanding and picky gourmets. Serve with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Start by preparing the dough. Take a deep bowl and add the previously sifted flour into it. Soften the margarine by taking it out of the refrigerator in advance.
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Step 2
2. Pour freshly squeezed orange juice into the flour, add soft margarine and granulated sugar.
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Step 3
3. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and knead until you get a smooth dough. Divide it in half. Place one half in the refrigerator to chill for 60 minutes, and put the other half in the freezer.
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Step 4
4. Turn on the oven and heat it to 180°C. Take out a portion of the dough from the refrigerator and spread it evenly on a baking sheet. Place the jam on top of the dough.
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Step 5
5. Take the second part of the dough out of the freezer and grate it over the jam. Make sure the dough is evenly distributed across the entire surface.
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Step 6
6. Bake the Austrian jam cookies in a preheated oven for half an hour until fully cooked. Cut the shortbread into small squares and cool.