Spritz Cookies with Strawberry Jam
Looking for a fun and festive cookie? Try spritz cookies with jam! These simple thumbprint cookies are easy to make and can be decorated with any type of jam you like. Plus, they're perfect for a crowd!
Servings 48
Calories 81kcal
Equipment
- Cookie Press
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter at room temperature (2 sticks)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup jam - any flavor
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350° F.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream butter and sugar over medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined.
- Turn the speed to low and add the flour mixture, a little at a time.
- Beat until just blended.
- Fill your cookie press with ¼ of the dough, and press the cookies on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Carefully spoon the jam into the center of the cookies.
- Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until set.
- Allow to sit on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer the cookies to a cooling rack using a spatula.
Notes
Storage
You can store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. If you want to freeze them, place the cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before enjoying.Nutrition
Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.3mg