Heart-shaped imprint cookies: a sweet gesture filled with love and jam

Charm your taste buds with these heart-shaped imprint cookies, featuring a tender, buttery base and a delicious jam center. These cookies are simple yet elegant, providing the perfect canvas for your favorite jam and adding a personal touch to your baking.

Why you'll love it: These cookies are not only delicious; they are also visually appealing and customizable. The soft, sweet dough contrasts beautifully with the bright, fruity jam, making each bite a delicious blend of flavors and textures. Plus, they're fun to make and perfect for getting kids involved in cooking.

Perfect occasion: Perfect for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day or any special occasion that calls for a homemade treat. They're also perfect for get-togethers, as gifts for loved ones, or just to sweeten your day.

Decorating Tips: Choose a variety of jams to create a colorful assortment. You can sprinkle the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and elegance. For those who like a little more decadence, a drizzle of melted chocolate over cooled cookies can enhance their look and taste.

Ingredients:

• 160 g softened butter
• 150g powdered sugar
• A hint of vanilla extract
• 1 egg yolk
• 200-250 g all-purpose flour (adjust if necessary for consistency)
• 1 tablespoon of milk
• Jam of your choice for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter with the powdered sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
2. Stir in egg yolk until just combined.
3. Gradually sift in the flour, adding just enough to form a soft but not too sticky dough.
4. Let the dough rest for about 15 to 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
5. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
6. Shape the dough into small balls, then flatten it slightly. Use your thumbs or a cookie stamp to create a heart-shaped imprint in the center of each cookie.
7. Lightly fill each indentation with jam before baking.
8. Bake for 10 to 17 minutes or until the cookies just start to turn golden brown around the edges.
9. Remove from the oven and, if desired, add a little more jam to completely fill the indentations.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these comforting thumbprint cookies, a sweet treat that is sure to bring smiles and a touch of love to your day!