Easy Steps to make Quick Jam Cookies
Ingredients :
10 g vanilla sugar, 1 lemon, finely grated zest, 120 ml hot water, 120 ml oil, 300 g flour, 10 g baking powder, Cherry jam or other jam, for filling, 50 g powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions :
Mix vanilla sugar, lemon zest, hot water, and oil in a bowl. Gradually add flour mixed with baking powder. Knead until you get a soft, compact dough. Make small balls from the dough, flatten each ball, add jam in the center, and fold it, shaping it into a ball again. Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 15 minutes, until golden brown. Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar and let them cool slightly before serving.
How to serve Quick Jam Cookies
Serve these cookies warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea or coffee. They make a great snack or dessert and can be shared with friends and family.
Variation
- Different Jams: Feel free to use your favorite jam flavor like raspberry, apricot, or strawberry for a tasty twist.
- Add Nuts: Chop some nuts, like walnuts or almonds, and mix them into the dough for extra crunch.
- Chocolate: Melt some chocolate and drizzle it over the cookies for a chocolatey finish.
FAQs
1. Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
2. Can I freeze the cookies?
Yes, baked cookies can be frozen. Just store them in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
3. How can I make these cookies gluten-free?
You can substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make these cookies gluten-free.