Name: Rich Date Shortbread with Fruit Jam
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 250 g unsalted butter; 100 g powdered sugar; 200 g all-purpose flour; 75 g cornstarch; 150 g pitted dates, chopped; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp salt; 100 g fruit jam (such as raspberry or apricot) (optional); Chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts) (optional)

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Rich Date Shortbread with Fruit Jam

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Indulge in these luxurious Rich Date Shortbread cookies that pack an incredible flavor punch! The buttery shortbread blends beautifully with the natural sweetness of dates, and the finish with a luscious fruit jam elevates it to a delightful treat. Perfect for everyday desserts, feel free to experiment with different jams or add your favorite nuts for a personal touch. These cookies are not only easy to make but also look fantastic served in neat little squares.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 12

Course: Cookies Biscuits

Cuisine: Global

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

250 g unsalted butter
100 g powdered sugar
200 g all-purpose flour
75 g cornstarch
150 g pitted dates, chopped
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
100 g fruit jam (such as raspberry or apricot) optional
Chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts) optional

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Baking tray
Chef's knife
Food processor or plastic bag & rolling pin (for biscuits)
Baking tray lined with parchment paper

Method

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the butter-sugar mixture until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped dates and vanilla extract until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1 cm thick. Cut into neat squares or rectangles and place them on the prepared baking tray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Once cooled, spread a thin layer of fruit jam on top of each cookie.
Garnish with chopped nuts if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 280IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a delightful twist, you can substitute the dates with dried figs or apricots.
Don't hesitate to explore different fruit jams based on your preference.
If you have leftovers, these shortbread cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
You can also freeze them for longer storage; just thaw before serving.
Enjoy the process of making these gourmet treats and the joy they bring to your dessert table!

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Rich Date Shortbread with Fruit Jam