Jam Filled Sandwich Cookies (Zirochki) Recipe
Delicious and buttery jam-filled sandwich cookies, known as Zirochki, are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: About 24 sandwich cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 3 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons liquid honey
Filling and Finishing:
- 9 oz jar of your favorite jam or thick preserves (lingonberry recommended)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: Combine flour and softened butter. Rub butter into flour until crumbly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Beat eggs and sugar until pale. Fold into flour mixture.
- Add Leavening Agents: Combine baking soda and vinegar, then add to dough with honey. Mix well.
- Rest and Preheat: Cover dough and let rest for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350˚F.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Divide dough, roll out portions, and cut with cookie cutter. Bake cookies for 5-8 minutes.
- Fill and Assemble: Spread jam on a whole cookie, sandwich with a cookie that has a hole. Dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with any jam or preserves you prefer.
- Ensure cookies are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the jam from melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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