Easy Valentine Sandwich Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 stick unsalted butter (8 tablespoons)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 packet strawberry jam or preserves for filling
• Pink or red food coloring (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 15 minutes
• Total: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl or mixer, cream together sugar and butter until smooth.
4. Add the egg and mix well.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
7. Cut out cookies using a heart-shaped cookie cutter or any desired shape.
8. Place cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
9. Let cookies cool completely.
10. Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam or preserves on the flat side of half of the cookies.
11. Top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.

Nutritional Information: (per cookie without filling)

• Calories: 50-60
• Fat: 3-4g
• Carbohydrates: 7-8g
• Protein: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• These cookies are perfect for Valentine's Day with their heart-shaped design and pink color (optional).
• The sandwich cookies are filled with strawberry jam, giving them a sweet and fruity taste that is loved by most Americans.
• They are easy to make and can be customized with different types of fillings or even shapes if desired.

User Comments:

• "These cookies were so easy to make and my kids loved them!"
• "The strawberry filling was a great addition, they were delicious!"
• "These cookies were the perfect addition to our Valentine's Day celebration."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the baking sheet is not too crowded when baking cookies to ensure even baking.
• For best results, use fresh ingredients from the supermarket. Avoid using expired items to ensure quality and taste.