Jam Sweethearts
Delightfully charming and irresistibly sweet, Jam Sweethearts are the perfect treat for any occasion requiring a touch of love and flavor. These buttery, tender heart-shaped cookies are sandwiched with your favorite fruity jam, creating a visually stunning and mouthwatering dessert. The recipe's simple shortbread dough, infused with hints of vanilla, is easy to prepare and bakes to a light golden perfection. A dusting of powdered sugar adds an elegant finish, making these cookies as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or as a thoughtful homemade gift, Jam Sweethearts come together in under 35 minutes and can be customized with any jam flavor you adore. Not only are they a feast for the taste buds, but their charming presentation will win hearts and compliments alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 120 grams Jam (any flavor)
- 30 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 6mm (1/4 inch) thickness.
Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out as many hearts as possible and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Using a smaller heart-shaped cutter, cut out the center of half the cookies to create 'frames.' These will be the tops of your Jam Sweethearts.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Spread about 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite jam onto the center of each solid cookie base.
Place a 'frame' cookie on top, pressing gently to create a sandwich. Be careful not to press too hard to avoid squishing the jam.
Dust the finished cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative touch, if desired.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.0 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.7 g | 438% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 371 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 405.4 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
