Jam-Filled Butter Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup jam of your choice

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
2. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
3. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thick. Using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out circles of dough.
4. Place a teaspoon of jam in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the jam and seal the edges with a fork.
5. Place the cookies on a greased baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This recipe has been around since the 1700s.
• Jam-filled butter cookies are popular in many countries around the world.
• These cookies are a great way to use up leftover jams.
• Jam-filled butter cookies are a great treat for any occasion.