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Vanilla Shortbread Cookies with Jam

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Vanilla Shortbread Cookies with Jam are buttery, crumbly, and perfectly sweet cookies with a fruity jam filling in the center, making them a delicious treat for any occasion. These cookies have a melt-in-your-mouth texture and are easy to make, with simple ingredients that pack big flavor. Here’s how to prepare them:

Ingredients :

For the Shortbread Cookies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter , softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (also called confectioners’ sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Jam Filling:

  • 1/4 cup fruit jam or preserves (raspberry, strawberry, or your favorite berry jam)
  • Optional: Powdered sugar , for dusting (optional, for a finishing touch)

Instructions :

1. Preheat the Oven :

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper

2. Prepare the Cookie Dough :

  • In al
  • Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
  • Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough just comes together. The dough will be soft but should not

3. Shape the Cookies :

  • Divide
  • Using your thumb

4. Add the Jam Filling :

  • Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of fruit jam i

5. Bake the Cookies :

  • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes ,
  • Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Finish and Serve :

  • Once the cookies are fully cooled, dust them
  • Serve and enjoy these delicious shortbread cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!

Tips :

  • Jam Flavor : Feel
  • Make-Ahead : You can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 3 days or freeze
  • For Extra Texture : If you like a bit of crunch in your shortbread, you can fold in finely chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, into the dough be
  • Cut-Out Shapes : For

These Vanilla Shortbread Cookies with Jam are

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