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Best Jam Drop Biscuits Recipe

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These Best Jam Drop Biscuits are buttery, tender, and perfectly sweet with a delightful dollop of strawberry jam in the center. Easy to make and baked to golden perfection, they make an ideal teatime treat or snack for any occasion.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 biscuits
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup caster sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Filling

  • ½ cup strawberry jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and caster sugar together using a hand mixer or wooden spoon until the mixture is light, airy, and fluffy, which helps create tender biscuits.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, ensuring even flavor distribution.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain flour, baking powder, and salt. This ensures even rising and seasoning throughout the dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender.
  6. Form Dough Balls: Take tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls with your hands. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking tray to allow room for spreading.
  7. Create Indents: Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press an indent into the center of each dough ball. This will hold the jam and prevent it from spilling over when baking.
  8. Add Jam: Spoon a small amount of strawberry jam into each indent carefully, ensuring not to overfill as it may spill during baking.
  9. Bake Biscuits: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, signaling that the biscuits are cooked through.
  10. Cool Biscuits: Allow the biscuits to cool on the tray for 5 minutes after baking, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and allows them to firm up for the perfect texture.

Notes

  • Use softened butter for easier creaming and better texture.
  • You can substitute strawberry jam with any other favorite fruit jam or preserve.
  • Do not overfill the jam to prevent it from leaking out during baking.
  • Store biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Allow biscuits to cool completely before storing to maintain crisp edges.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with plant-based margarine.

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