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Jam Drops
A consistent, controlled well in every cookie, filled to the brim with jam.
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The Chemistry in This Bake
Pressing a consistent, controlled well into each dough ball before filling it with jam.
Learn the full technique →Ingredients
- Butter (softened)
- Sugar
- Egg
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Vanilla extract
- Raspberry jam
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Method
Cream butter and sugar, then beat in egg and vanilla.
Mix in flour and baking powder to a soft dough.
Roll equal-sized balls and space them on a lined tray.
Press a consistent, deep well into the center of each with your thumb or a spoon handle.
Fill each well carefully with raspberry jam.
Bake at 175 °C for 12-15 minutes and dust lightly once cool.