Biscuits with orange jam

Orange Jam Cookies – An aromatic delight, perfect for indulgent moments

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 24 cookies

Are you looking for a simple yet delicious recipe for a quick dessert? Orange jam cookies are the perfect choice! These cookies, with an intense citrus flavor and a sweet-bitter taste, will surely become your favorites. Here’s how to prepare them step by step!

Essential ingredients:
- 125 g butter (at room temperature)
- 4 tablespoons of orange jam (choose a natural jam without preservatives)
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 300 g flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Zest of 1 orange and 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons of milk
- Vanilla extract (optional)
- Rum extract (optional)

Step 1: Preparing the dough
In a large bowl, place the 4 tablespoons of orange jam and mix well with a spatula or mixer. Add the soft butter and continue mixing until you achieve a homogeneous composition. It is essential that the butter is at room temperature for even incorporation. Taste the jam to ensure it is aromatic and sweet enough, adjusting if necessary.

Step 2: Incorporating wet ingredients
Add the egg, sugar, milk, and vanilla and rum extracts if desired. Mix well until all ingredients are perfectly combined, and the composition becomes creamy.

Step 3: Dry ingredients
In another bowl, sift the flour together with the baking powder, citrus zest, and a pinch of salt. These ingredients will give the cookies a fluffy and aromatic texture. Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet composition, mixing with a spatula or by hand until you obtain a homogeneous dough. Do not knead too much to avoid hard cookies!

Step 4: Shaping the cookies
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. This step will help firm up the butter, making the cookies easier to shape. After the dough has cooled, remove it and form balls of about 2-3 cm. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between them for rising during baking.

Step 5: Baking
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until they turn golden at the edges. Let them cool on a rack to achieve a crispy texture.

Serving suggestion
These orange jam cookies are delicious alongside a cup of tea or coffee. You can dust them with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant look and an extra touch of sweetness.

Possible variations
Replace the orange jam with apricot or raspberry jam for another delicious flavor. You can also add chopped nuts or chocolate for an extra texture and flavor.

Now that you have the complete recipe for these orange jam cookies, all that’s left is to get cooking! Enjoy the citrus aroma and the sweet flavor of the jam in every bite. Bon appétit!