Easy Heart Shaped Strawberry Shortbread Recipe
These Easy Heart Shaped Strawberry Shortbread cookies combine a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread base with a sweet strawberry jam topping. Perfectly shaped for romantic occasions or celebrations, they’re simple to make and delightful to share.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shortbread Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring a tender texture.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Mix in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the dough with a subtle, sweet aroma.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms without overworking it to keep the shortbread tender.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness to ensure even baking and a perfect texture.
- Cut Heart Shapes: Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes from the rolled dough, creating charming individual cookies.
- Bake Cookies: Place the heart-shaped cookies on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn a lovely golden brown.
- Cool Completely: Allow the baked cookies to cool fully on a wire rack to prevent jam melting during spreading.
- Spread Strawberry Jam: Once cooled, spread a generous layer of strawberry jam on top of each cookie for a fruity finish.
Notes
- For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to preserve freshness for several days.
- Adding a touch of vanilla extract enhances the flavor and aroma of the shortbread.
- Pair these cookies with tea or coffee for an ideal afternoon snack.
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