Fig Jam Cookies
Soft, buttery cookies with a sweet fig jam filling, perfect for snacking or tea time.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Fig Filling:
- 1 cup fig jam (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (optional)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Cover and chill the dough for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Fig Filling
- In a small bowl, mix fig jam, orange zest, and cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 3: Assemble the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut out small rounds or rectangles and place a teaspoon of fig jam in the center of half of them.
- Place another cookie round on top and gently press the edges to seal.
- Use a fork or crimping tool for a decorative edge.
Step 4: Bake & Serve
- Place cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a softer cookie: Bake for 12 minutes and let them cool on the tray.
- Use fresh or dried figs: If making homemade fig jam, simmer chopped figs with sugar and water until soft.
- Chill the dough to prevent spreading and ensure easy handling.