Description
Soft, buttery cookies shaped like hearts with a sweet jam center. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, special occasions, or a fun baking activity with kids. These cookies can be made with raspberry, strawberry, or your favorite jam, and are simple enough for beginners yet impressive for gift-giving.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for ~24 cookies):
For the Cookies:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
1/2 cup raspberry or strawberry jam (or any jam of your choice)
Optional Decoration:
Powdered sugar for dusting
Heart-shaped cookie stamp (for perfect hearts)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Dough
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in vanilla and egg until well combined.
Gradually mix in flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Shape Cookies
Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
Place balls on the prepared baking sheet.
Press a thumb or heart-shaped cookie stamp into the center of each ball to create an indentation for the jam.
Step 3: Fill with Jam
Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of jam into the indentation of each cookie.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Optional Decoration
Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for a festive touch.
Notes
- Perfect Hearts: Use a heart thumbprint cookie stamp for uniform shapes.
- Jam Variations: Mix and match flavors like apricot, cherry, or mixed berry for variety.
- Make Ahead: Cookies keep well in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Cookie
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American