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Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/3 cup (66 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons (140 grams) all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons (40 grams) strawberry jam (smooth and seedless)
Instructions
- Cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolk, almond extract, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Slowly incorporate the flour until dough resembles crumbs.
- Roll dough into sixteen 1-inch balls and shape into hearts, adding a dollop of strawberry jam in the center.
- Chill shaped cookies in the freezer for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for 13-15 minutes.
- Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
Chilling dough is crucial to maintain shape during baking.
Experiment with different fruit jams for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 30
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 20