Sweetheart Jamwiches
Celebrate love and sweetness with these irresistible Sweetheart Jamwiches, the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any day you want to add a little charm to your baking. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies are cut into delicate heart shapes and filled with your favorite jam—raspberry or strawberry work wonderfully—to create a delightful jewel-toned center. With a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. Ready in just over an hour (including chilling time), this recipe is ideal for impressing your loved ones with a homemade gift that’s equal parts tender and sweet. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, these jam sandwich cookies are sure to become a cherished favorite. Perfect for gifting or serving with a hot cup of tea, these Sweetheart Jamwiches are a celebration of classic flavors and heartfelt presentation.
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Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 280 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams your favorite jam (e.g., raspberry, strawberry)
- 30 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
Step 4
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Flatten each portion into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 6
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out as many cookies as possible, re-rolling scraps as needed.
Step 7
Transfer half of the cut-out hearts to the prepared baking sheets. For the other half, use a smaller heart-shaped cutter to cut out the center of each cookie to create a window. Place these on the baking sheets as well.
Step 8
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are barely golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets.
Step 9
Spread about 1 teaspoon of jam onto the flat side of each full heart-shaped cookie. Place a heart with a cut-out center on top to sandwich the jam, gently pressing them together.
Step 10
Dust the tops of the Sweetheart Jamwiches with powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Step 11
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3475.7 |
| Total Fat 196.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 113.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 500.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1247.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 422.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 191.1g | |
| Protein 30.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 99.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 477.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories