Glazed jam-filled cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. Here’s a recipe to make these sweet, jam-filled cookies with a glossy glaze:
Ingredients:
For the cookies:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (strawberry, raspberry, apricot, or your favorite)
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (or more, to adjust consistency)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Prepare the cookie dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
3. Shape the cookies:
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon of dough each. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use your finger or the back of a spoon to make a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of jam into each indentation.
4. Bake the cookies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Prepare the glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed—it should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
6. Glaze the cookies:
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the glaze over the top of each cookie.
- Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before serving.
7. Serve and enjoy:
- Serve these delicious glazed jam-filled cookies with tea or coffee, or simply as a sweet treat any time!
These cookies combine the richness of buttery dough, the sweetness of fruit jam, and a smooth glaze for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Enjoy!
