Jam Cookies

 Jam cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. In this blog post, we will share a simple recipe for jam cookies that you can make at home.  

 

Ingredients:

 

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon almond extract

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla, and almond extract.

Stir in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.

If using, stir in the pecans, cranberries, and chocolate chips.

Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

 

You can use any type of cookie cutter to shape your cookies.

If you want to add more flavor to your cookies, you can use different extracts, such as peppermint or orange.

You can also add other ingredients to your cookies, such as raisins, nuts, or spices.

Once the cookies are cool, you can decorate them with frosting, sprinkles, or other decorations.

Enjoy!

 

We hope you enjoy these jam cookies! They are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for the holiday season.