Glazed Jam-Filled Cookies

Glazed Jam-Filled Cookies

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup jam or jelly (raspberry, strawberry, or your favorite)

For the Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons milk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Prepare the Cookie Dough:

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat the Oven:

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

Shape and Fill the Cookies:

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make an indentation in the center of each cookie.

Fill each indentation with a small amount of jam or jelly.

Bake the Cookies:

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Glaze:

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. The glaze should be thick but pourable.

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.

Serve:

Allow the glaze to set before serving. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

Enjoy these delightful cookies with a cup of tea or coffee. The combination of the sweet jam filling and the sugary glaze makes them an irresistible treat! Let me know if you need any further tips or variations.

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