These jam drops remind me of my Nan; they were one of her good old favourites that she used to bake regularly. This jam drop recipe is quick, easy, and ooohhh so delicious!
Jam drops will always have a special place in my heart. They remind me of my Nan, one of her go-to bakes that always made the kitchen smell so good. Sweet, simple, and filled with love.
I came across this recipe handwritten by her, tucked away amongst some old family notes. It was like finding a little treasure. Nan was always baking something… scones, ANZAC biscuits, and these jam drops were a firm favourite. Being able to pass her recipe on and bake it with my own kids feels really special, a little piece of her lives on in our home through these sweet treats.
Each time I make them, I’m taken back to those fun afternoons in her kitchen. The buttery biscuit with that little dollop of jam is just perfection in my eyes. It’s one of those simple recipes that has a way of bringing comfort and joy.
Use your Favourite Jam
What I love most about these jam drops is how versatile they are. Use whatever jam you have on hand — strawberry, raspberry, apricot, or even a mix if you’re feeling creative. They’re perfect for afternoon tea, school lunchboxes or simply something sweet to enjoy with a cuppa.
And if you’ve got little ones, get them involved! Pressing the thumbprint into the dough is such a fun step for them, and it’s a lovely way to create memories together in the kitchen.
Find it in my Cookbook
This jam drops recipe is one of the many simple and nostalgic favourites I’ve included in my cookbook. It felt only right to give it a place among the meals and treats that bring warmth and joy to our home.
Jam Drops
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 18+ 1x
Ingredients
- 125g butter, softened
- 3/4 cup caster sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups self raising flour
- pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup Cottee’s Strawberry Jam, or your desired flavour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C, fan forced.
- Line 2 baking trays with baking paper or a silicone mat.
- In an electric mixer, add butter and sugar, mix for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, mix to combine.
- Add flour and salt, mix to form dough.
- Roll tablespoon of mixture into balls, flatten slightly.
- Place on baking tray, leave 5cm between each.
- Press floured finger deeply into the centre of each ball.
- Fill each hole with your favourite flavour of jam.
- Bake biscuits for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to completely cool.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
Recipes like this remind me just how meaningful the simple things can be. A familiar scent, a quiet moment, a batch of biscuits cooling on the rack. I hope these jam drops bring a little bit of joy and connection to your home too, just like they always have in mine.
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Sweet & Savoury Recipes
This collection of over 50 freezer-friendly recipes offers a simple, stress-free way to prepare quick, delicious, and nutritious school or work lunches for the whole family.
