JAM FILLED BUTTER COOKIES

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Rich, buttery cookies that can be filled with any preserves or jam. Great holiday cookies.

Provided by Anita Hoffman

Categories     Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 c sifted flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 c butter
1 c sugar
2 eggs
2 Tbsp vanilla
1/4 tsp apricot preserves or any flavored jam or orange marmalade
1/3 c finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Sift flour and salt together.
  • 2. Cream butter and gradually add sugar, creaming well.
  • 3. Blend in unbeaten eggs and vanilla; beat well.
  • 4. Add the dry ingredients gradually; mix thoroughly.
  • 5. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets.
  • 6. Dent center of each, using back of teaspoon dipped in cold water. Place preserves or jam into center of each. Sprinkle with nuts.
  • 7. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

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