Vintage Jam Jam Delights: 1981 Canadian Cookie Recipe

Jam Jam Cookies 1981

🕒 Cook Time: 12 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 27 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 36 cookies
🥣 Calories: 138.6 per serving
🌟 Rating: 4 stars (based on 1 review)

Description:

Indulge in nostalgia with these delightful Jam Jam Cookies from 1981. A classic Canadian treat that’s quick to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones. These cookies are bursting with flavor and history, making them a must-try for any baking enthusiast.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Crisco shortening
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 3 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the Crisco shortening, white sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture until creamy and well combined.

2. Incorporate Eggs and Salt:

   • Add the eggs and salt to the mixture. Beat until the ingredients are fully incorporated.

3. Add Milk Mixture:

   • Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in milk. Gradually add the milk mixture to the batter, mixing well after each addition.

4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the batter. Mix until a soft dough forms.

5. Roll and Cut the Dough:

   • On a floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness. Use a glass to cut out round shapes from the dough.

6. Bake:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the cut-out cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 11 minutes or until the cookies are nicely browned.

7. Cool:

   • Once baked, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Assemble the Sandwich Cookies:

   • Spread jam onto the underside of one cookie and place another cookie on top to create a sandwich. Alternatively, spread marshmallow fluff on one side of a cookie and jam on the other, then sandwich them together.

9. Optional Icing:

   • For an extra treat, you can ice one cookie with butter icing, spread jam on another cookie, then sandwich them back to back.

Enjoy the taste of tradition with these delicious Jam Jam Cookies from 1981. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or shared with friends and family, these cookies are sure to bring smiles to everyone’s faces.