For those who make their own preserves or jellies, this is a real opportunity to show them off. This recipe has been handed down four generations, and is a real favorite.
Original recipe makes 2 dozen
Ingredients
1/2 cup butter
1/3 cup white sugar
1/3 cup dark corn syrup
1 egg, separated
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup any flavor fruit jam
Directions
- In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar. Stir in the corn syrup and egg yolk. Gradually stir in the flour until fully incorporated. Cover and chill for at least 1/2 hour.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
- Roll dough into 1 inch balls, dip them in the egg white, then roll them in the nuts. Place cookies on the prepared cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Using your finger, make an indention in the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden. Fill each indention with a small amount of jam while cookies are still warm. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets.
Nutrition
Calories: 306 kcal
Carbohydrates: 42.1 g
Cholesterol: 38 mg
Fat: 14.6 g
Fiber: 1.3 g
Protein: 3.5 g
Sodium: 83 mg
