Oatmeal cookies with jam

4 servings

30 minutes

Oatmeal cookies with jam are a cozy treat of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of oats with a rich fruity flavor. The recipe is rooted in the traditions of home baking when housewives sought ways to elevate simple ingredients. The shortcrust pastry with light caramel notes from brown sugar harmonizes beautifully with the jam, adding sweet juiciness to the baked goods. The crunchy crumb on the surface adds textural contrast, making each serving especially enjoyable. These cookies are perfect for cozy family evenings, a cup of tea, or as a sweet snack. Their aroma evokes nostalgia and transports you back to childhood when homemade treats were filled with warmth and care.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 843.6
• Proteins: 6.3g
• Fats: 37.8g
• Carbohydrates: 123.1g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 1 glass
• Hercules: 0.5 glass
• Brown sugar: 0.7 glass
• Cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: 0.3 tsp
• Butter: 175 g
• Jam: 1 glass

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

2. Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square pan with parchment.

3. In a deep bowl, mix the oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass
   • Hercules: 0.5 glass
   • Brown sugar: 0.7 glass
   • Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Salt: 0.3 teaspoon

4. Cut the cold butter into cubes, add to the dry ingredients, and rub with hands into a coarse crumb.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 175 g

5. Place 2/3 of the total mass at the bottom of the prepared mold and press firmly.

6. Spread a layer of jam and sprinkle with the remaining crumbs (without pressing).

   Required ingredients:

   • Jam: 1 glass

7. Bake for 25–35 minutes until a golden crust forms.

8. Cool, cut into squares, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve.