Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.5 lb

Butter

1 cup

Sugar

2 unit

Eggs

2.5 cup

Self Raising Flour

5 tbsp

Raspberry Jam

0.33 cup

Powdered Sugar

0.5 tsp

Vanilla Extract

0.5 tbsp

Melted Butter

0.25 tsp

Hot Water

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 180°C (355°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~3 min

In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth.

Step 3
~3 min

Beat in the eggs, one at a time.

Step 4
~3 min

Gradually add the self-raising flour, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5
~3 min

Roll a teaspoon of dough into a small ball.

Step 6
~3 min

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking tray, leaving space for spreading.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 8
~3 min

Cool cookies on a wire rack.

Step 9
~3 min

Pair cookies by size.

Step 10
~3 min

Spread raspberry jam on one cookie and top with another to create a sandwich.

Step 11
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine powdered sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and hot water.

Step 12
~3 min

Stir until smooth and thick.

Step 13
~3 min

Ice the sandwich cookies and let the icing set before serving.

Key Technique: Icing

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.

Use a piping bag to evenly ice the cookies.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Ice Cream
Fruit Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Western

Cultural Significance

Common dessert for celebrations and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Birthdays

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100