Uncle Mac's Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 4 mins In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until thoroughly blended, creating a smooth and cohesive dough. (Mixing time: 3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Drop the dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Using a fork, gently flatten each cookie and create a criss-cross pattern on the top. This helps them bake evenly and creates a visually appealing design. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins With the handle of a wooden spoon or your fingertip, make a small indentation in the center of each cookie. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Carefully fill each indentation with your chosen fruit preserves. Be careful not to overfill, as the preserves may spread during baking. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 9 mins Bake for 8-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the cookies are set. (Bake time: 8-11 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking apart. (Cooling time: 5 minutes)