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Fancy Cookies with Jam & Cream Filling

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These fancy cookies are buttery, crisp, and beautifully decorated—perfect for holidays, gifting, or elegant dessert trays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • Decorations: sprinkles, jam, melted chocolate, icing

Instructions

  • Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.

  • Mix in egg yolk, vanilla, and almond extract.

  • Sift in flour and salt. Stir until a soft dough forms.

  • Wrap and chill dough for at least 1 hour.

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets.

  • Shape cookies: roll, press, pipe, or cut.

  • Add jam, sprinkles, or leave plain for post-bake decorating.

  • Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are pale golden.

  • Cool on pan, then decorate as desired.

  • Let decorations set before storing.

Notes

  • Chill piped shapes to help them hold.

  • Use royal icing or glaze for decoration.

  • Store in an airtight container up to 7 days.

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