Description
A buttery shortbread cookie with a colorful jam center and spooky edible googly eyes. Perfect for Halloween parties and kids’ treats.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup raspberry or apricot jam
- 24 edible googly eyes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Roll the dough into 24 one-inch balls and place them on the baking sheets.
- Press your thumb or a small spoon into the center of each ball to create a thumbprint indentation.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are very lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes.
- Fill each indentation with a small dollop of jam and top with one edible googly eye.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American