Description
Soft and buttery jam drop biscuits with lightly golden edges and glossy strawberry jam centers. These classic thumbprint style biscuits are tender, sweet, and perfect for afternoon tea or holiday baking.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups plain flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together plain flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
- Roll tablespoon sized portions of dough into balls and place them evenly spaced on the prepared tray.
- Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press an indent into the center of each dough ball.
- Spoon a small amount of strawberry jam into each indent, being careful not to overfill.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the biscuits to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for proper creaming.
- If the dough feels too soft, chill it for 20 minutes before shaping.
- Use thick jam to prevent excessive spreading during baking.
- Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
