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Cookies and Candy -
Noel Cookie Gems
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INGREDIENTS |
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
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1/4 cup shortening
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3/4 cup sugar
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1 egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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22/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup sour cream
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3/4 cup finely chopped nuts
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1/3 cup seedless strawberry jam
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INSTRUCTIONS |
In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture, alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Shape into 11/4-inch balls. Roll in nuts. Place two inches apart on greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indention 3/8 to 1/2 inch deep in the center of each ball. Fill with jam. Bake at 350ยบ for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. |
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