Description
These Blueberry Jammy Cookies feature soft, buttery cookies filled with homemade blueberry jam, offering a sweet and tangy treat. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies combine fresh blueberries and a hint of citrusy lemon for a delightful flavor. These jammy treats are a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Blueberry Jam:
- 12 oz fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
For the Cookies:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
For Garnish:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for sprinkling
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Blueberry Jam
- In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries break down and the mixture thickens (about 8–10 minutes).
- Stir in the vanilla extract and cornstarch. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until the jam thickens further.
- Remove from heat and let the jam cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare the Cookie Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add the vanilla extract and egg, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Step 3: Shape and Fill the Cookies
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place it on the prepared baking sheet, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, create an indentation in the center of each cookie.
- Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of blueberry jam.
Step 4: Bake
- Bake the cookies for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the cookies with a little granulated sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- The homemade blueberry jam is the star of this recipe. Feel free to adjust the sugar level in the jam according to the sweetness of your berries.
- For a more citrusy flavor, you can add extra lemon zest to the blueberry jam.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
- You can substitute the blueberry jam with any other fruit jam of your choice, such as raspberry or strawberry, for a fun variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg