Jam Jams

Delightfully nostalgic and irresistibly sweet, Jam Jams are the ultimate treat for cookie lovers. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth sandwich cookies are filled with a luscious layer of your favorite fruit jam—raspberry, strawberry, or even apricot—creating a perfect balance of rich flavor and bright, fruity tang. With their golden edges and charming cut-out tops, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and brown sugar, and finished in just over 30 minutes, they’re an ideal bake for special occasions or cozy afternoons. Serve these classic jam-filled cookies with tea or coffee for a timeless indulgence that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for cookie swaps, holiday baking, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, Jam Jams are an enduring favorite that deserves a spot in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 227 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 2 units large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 375 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 250 grams your choice of fruit jam (e.g., raspberry or strawberry)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Divide the dough in half, wrap each portion in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of dough to about 5 mm (1/4 inch) thickness.

Step 8

Using a round cookie cutter (about 5 cm or 2 inches in diameter), cut out circles and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 5 cm (2 inches) apart.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining dough. For half the circles, cut small shapes (e.g., hearts or circles) out of the center using a smaller cookie cutter to create the sandwich tops.

Step 10

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, spread about 1-2 teaspoons of jam on the bottom side of a whole cookie. Top with a cut-out cookie to form a sandwich.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining cookies and jam. Store the Jam Jams in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1272.9 grams (1272.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4955

Total Fat 208.30g	267%
Saturated Fat 117.10g	586%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 875mg	292%
Sodium 3158mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 751.90g	273%
Dietary Fiber 12.70g	45%
Total Sugars 422.90g
Protein 52.40g	105%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 264mg	20%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 976mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 59.1%