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Empire Cookies Recipe

Recipe by: 106a802496d678ba

"Jam filled shortbread cookies have been a longtime favorite on Scottish and English tea tables. Now popular in Canada! Store in a covered tin."
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  • 1Cream butter. Add sugar, creaming well. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture.
  • 2On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 2 inch rounds, and place on ungreased baking sheets.
  • 3Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes, or until very lightly browned at edges. Cool thoroughly.
  • 4Spread half of the cookies with jam, and top with remaining cookies.
  • 5Combine confectioners' sugar, almond extract, and enough hot water to make a thin icing. Frost tops of cookies. Top each with a small piece of candied cherry.
Ingredients
  • 12 servings
  • 266 cals
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon hot water
  • 1/4 cup candied cherries, chopped
Nutrition

Amount per serving ( 5 total)

  • Calories:
    266
    13%
  • Fat:
    8.3
    13%
  • Carbs:
    45.7
    15%
  • Protein:
    2.8
    6%
  • Cholesterol:
    36
    12%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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