Get into the spirit of the season with these jam-filled cookies that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.
Ingredients:
- 300g of plain flour, sifted for a fine texture
- 100g of hazelnuts, toasted and finely ground for a nutty crunch
- 200g of chilled butter, cubed for easy blending
- 100g of powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth sweetness
- 1 tablespoon of homemade vanilla sugar for an aromatic touch
- 2 egg yolks to bind the dough together
- Your choice of tangy currant jam for a burst of flavor
Cookie Dough:
- Blend the flour, ground hazelnuts, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla sugar, and egg yolks until the mixture comes together into a pliable dough.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Baking and Assembly:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into your desired shapes using festive cookie cutters.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C until they're just golden around the edges, about 5-8 minutes.
- Once cooled, sandwich two cookies with a dollop of currant jam in the middle for a sweet surprise.
Baker’s Tip: Try not to overwork the dough to keep the cookies light and tender. Also, ensure the cookies are completely cool before spreading the jam to prevent it from melting.
