Strawberry Kiss Cookies
Deliciously soft cookies with a sweet strawberry jam center, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup Butter, softened Provides richness and contributes to a tender texture.
- 1 cup Sugar For sweetness and crunchy texture.
- 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent to hold the cookies together.
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour Forms the base of the cookie, providing structure.
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder Helps the cookies rise and become fluffy.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
For the Filling
- 1/2 cup Strawberry jam The star of the show, offering fruity sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by heating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add in the Eggs and Vanilla: Crack in the eggs, and mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Create Dents for the Jam: With your thumb or the back of a teaspoon, gently make an indent in the center of each cookie.
- Fill with Strawberry Jam: Spoon a small amount of strawberry jam into each indent carefully.
- Bake: Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store your Strawberry Kiss Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can also freeze them for later enjoyment; just place them in a freezer bag and they will hold up well for up to three months. You can substitute strawberry jam with any other fruit jam or nut butter if desired.