Clotted Cream Strawberry Cookies (Printer-Friendly)

Buttery cookies with luscious clotted cream and sweet strawberry jam for classic teatime indulgence.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 large egg yolk
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Fillings

07 - 1/2 cup clotted cream
08 - 1/3 cup strawberry jam

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
05 - Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
06 - Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
07 - Use your thumb or the back of a teaspoon to make a deep indentation in the center of each ball.
08 - Fill each indentation with approximately 1/2 teaspoon clotted cream, then top with 1/4 teaspoon strawberry jam.
09 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
10 - Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple, straightforward ingredients come together quickly to create an impressive treat.
  • Combines the rich flavor of clotted cream with bright strawberry jam for a classic British taste.
  • Perfectly sized for sharing or enjoying alongside a hot cup of tea.
  • Easy to make with no special skills required, ideal for beginner bakers.
  • Versatile filling options let you customize the flavor to your preference.
02 -
  • Use a cooler kitchen environment to prevent the dough from becoming too soft while working with it.
  • For neater fillings, use a small piping bag or a teaspoon to add the clotted cream and jam.
  • If you prefer crisper cookies, bake towards the longer end of the suggested time.
  • Prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to deepen flavors.
  • Check cookies at the 13-minute mark to avoid over-baking and losing the tender texture.
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