Jam Filled Butter Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare & Preheat: Gather all ingredients. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Cream Butter & Sugar: In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This process incorporates air and creates a tender cookie. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Incorporate Egg Yolks: Add the egg yolks to the butter mixture and continue to beat until well combined and the mixture is pale yellow. (2-3 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually Add Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies. (3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place the balls onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. (10-15 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Create the Wells: Use your finger or the back of a small spoon to create a well in the center of each cookie. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Fill with Preserves: Fill each well with 1/2 teaspoon of your chosen fruit preserves. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until the bottoms of the cookies are golden brown, approximately 8 to 10 minutes. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning. (8-10 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. This prevents them from continuing to bake on the hot cookie sheet. (20-30 minutes)