Scottish Empire Cookies Recipe

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Scottish Empire Cookies, a vegetarian treat that brings a taste of tradition to your kitchen. These jam-filled shortbread cookies, topped with sweet icing and a candied cherry, are perfect for tea time or any dessert spread. With potential allergens including dairy, eggs, gluten, and nuts, these cookies cater to a variety of palates while offering a unique flavor profile that balances sweetness and tartness.

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Overview

Empire Cookies are a delightful treat, popular in Scottish and English tea tables, and now a favorite in Canada. These jam-filled shortbread cookies are topped with a sweet icing and a piece of candied cherry, making them a perfect addition to any dessert spread.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Gluten, Nuts

Cuisine

Scottish

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.5 Cup butter
• 0.5 Cup white sugar
• 1 Whole egg
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 Cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 Cup raspberry jam
• 1 Cup confectioners' sugar
• 0.25 Teaspoon almond extract
• 1 Tablespoon hot water
• 0.25 Cup candied cherries, minced

Steps

1. Cream the butter in a mixing bowl. Add the sugar and continue creaming until well combined. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this to the creamed mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Cut into 2-inch rounds and place them on ungreased baking sheets.
4. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly browned. Allow the cookies to cool thoroughly.
5. Spread raspberry jam on half of the cookies and top with the remaining cookies to form sandwiches.
6. In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, almond extract, and enough hot water to create a thin icing. Frost the tops of the cookies with this icing.
7. Top each cookie with a small piece of minced candied cherry.

Enjoy these delicious Empire Cookies with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat any time of the day!