Delicious Walnuts and Jam Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Your favorite fruit jam or preserves (e.g., raspberry, apricot)

Steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and pinch of salt to the butter mixture, mixing until the dough comes together.
5. Fold in the finely chopped walnuts, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
6. Form the cookie dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
7. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
8. Fill each indentation with your favorite fruit jam or preserves.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12-15 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, these delightful Walnuts and Jam Cookies are ready to be enjoyed.

These cookies offer a perfect balance of buttery, nutty, and fruity flavors, making them a wonderful addition to your cookie repertoire.