Cookies with apple jam
6 servings
75 minutes
Cookies with apple confit are a cozy embodiment of Austrian pastry tradition, reminiscent of fragrant pies from warm family evenings. The delicate dough enriched with walnuts becomes crispy, while the filling of apple confit infused with cinnamon and nutmeg offers a subtle balance of sweetness and spices. These cookies are perfect for morning coffee or evening tea, creating an atmosphere of home warmth. Their uniqueness lies in each portion hiding a core of rich fruit flavor, while the finishing glaze adds a touch of elegant sweetness. Such a treat delights not only in taste but also transports you to authentic corners of Austrian gastronomy where tradition and sophistication unite in one recipe.
1
Beat the butter with sugar and vanilla sugar using a mixer, add the egg, coarsely chopped nuts, flour mixed with baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt.
- Butter: 100 g
- Sugar: 200 g
- Vanilla sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Walnuts: 65 g
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
2
Form a ball from the dough, wrap it in film, and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
3
Shape the cookies and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4
Make indentations in each cookie with a tablespoon, placing 1 teaspoon of jam in each (mix the jam with cinnamon and nutmeg beforehand).
- Apple jam: 1 glass
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
5
Bake in the oven at 180 degrees for 25-30 minutes, then drizzle the finished cookies with icing: mix 1 cup of powdered sugar with 3 tablespoons of water.
- Powdered sugar: 1 glass