Indulge in these delightful Apricot Jam-Filled Spritz Cookies, a classic treat that's perfect for cookie lovers. These cookies are made with a buttery dough, piped into elegant shapes, baked to perfection, and then filled with sweet apricot jam. The final touch is a dip in luscious chocolate, making them not only delicious but also visually appealing. They're the perfect combination of sweet, buttery, and fruity flavors, ideal for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.
Why You'll Love This:
- Buttery and Sweet: The cookie dough has a rich and tender crumb.
- Apricot Jam Filling: Adds a lovely fruity sweetness.
- Chocolate Dipped: Provides a decadent finish to the cookies.
Perfect Occasion: These Spritz cookies are great for tea parties, as a dessert for gatherings, or simply as a delightful treat to enjoy at home. They're also wonderful as homemade gifts or for holiday baking.
Apricot Jam-Filled Spritz Cookies
Ingredients:
- 140g butter
- 120g sugar
- 2 eggs
- 270g flour
- 20g milk
- Apricot jam (for filling)
- Chocolate (for dipping)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough: Cream together butter, sugar, and eggs until fluffy. Gradually mix in the flour and milk to form a smooth dough. If the dough is too stiff, add a little more milk.
- Pipe the Cookies: Fill a piping bag with the dough and pipe into desired shapes (like sticks or crescents) onto a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (fan setting) for about 12 minutes. Let them cool after baking.
- Fill and Dip: Once cooled, sandwich two cookies with apricot jam in between. Dip one end of each sandwiched cookie in melted chocolate.
Enjoy these Apricot Jam-Filled Spritz Cookies, a delightful blend of buttery cookies, sweet jam, and rich chocolate. They're sure to be a hit with both adults and children alike, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth!
