To prepare these delicious plum jam cookies, we will start by ensuring that we have all the ingredients ready on the work surface. It is important to have the butter at room temperature, so it melts evenly. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, we will crack the eggs and mix them well with the sugar until the mixture becomes creamy and doubles in volume. This step is essential because the air incorporated into the eggs will give the cookies a fluffy texture.
After the butter has melted over low heat, we will let it cool slightly and then gradually add it to the egg and sugar mixture, constantly mixing to avoid curdling the eggs. We flavor the mixture with vanilla essence, which will add a touch of flavor. Then, we add the ground walnuts, which will provide a rich taste and an interesting texture to the cookies. In another bowl, we mix the flour with the baking powder and a pinch of salt; these dry ingredients will contribute to the structure of our cookies.
After combining the wet ingredients with the dry ones, we will gently knead the dough until it becomes homogeneous. It is important not to over-knead, so as not to achieve a dense texture. Then, we will wrap the dough in cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for about an hour. This step helps to firm up the butter, which will make it easier to form the balls.
Once the dough has cooled, we prepare to form balls about the size of a walnut. Each ball will be rolled in powdered sugar, adding not only an attractive appearance but also a hint of sweetness. We place the balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, being careful to leave enough space between them, as they will spread while baking. We preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake the cookies for 20 minutes.
Once completely cooled, the cookies can be filled with plum jam, sticking them two by two. These cookies are not only delicious but also very versatile, being able to be served on various occasions or simply enjoyed with a cup of tea. Their sweet and sour taste, combined with a soft texture, will make them an irresistible dessert. Enjoy your meal!
After the butter has melted over low heat, we will let it cool slightly and then gradually add it to the egg and sugar mixture, constantly mixing to avoid curdling the eggs. We flavor the mixture with vanilla essence, which will add a touch of flavor. Then, we add the ground walnuts, which will provide a rich taste and an interesting texture to the cookies. In another bowl, we mix the flour with the baking powder and a pinch of salt; these dry ingredients will contribute to the structure of our cookies.
After combining the wet ingredients with the dry ones, we will gently knead the dough until it becomes homogeneous. It is important not to over-knead, so as not to achieve a dense texture. Then, we will wrap the dough in cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for about an hour. This step helps to firm up the butter, which will make it easier to form the balls.
Once the dough has cooled, we prepare to form balls about the size of a walnut. Each ball will be rolled in powdered sugar, adding not only an attractive appearance but also a hint of sweetness. We place the balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, being careful to leave enough space between them, as they will spread while baking. We preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake the cookies for 20 minutes.
Once completely cooled, the cookies can be filled with plum jam, sticking them two by two. These cookies are not only delicious but also very versatile, being able to be served on various occasions or simply enjoyed with a cup of tea. Their sweet and sour taste, combined with a soft texture, will make them an irresistible dessert. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients
2 eggs, 90 g butter, 150 g powdered sugar, 300 g white flour, vanilla, 1 packet of baking powder, 50-80 g ground walnuts, powdered sugar for rolling the cookies, a pinch of salt, plum jam.