Maslenki (Bulgarian Christmas Jam-Filled Cookie) Recipe
Bulgarian jam-filled cookies, known as maslenki, are a festive treat perfect for holiday coffee or tea.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 F with racks in the upper and lower third.
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Beat eggs and sugar in a large bowl until light and foamy (about 5 minutes).
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Slowly whisk cooled lard and vanilla into the egg-sugar mixture.
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Combine flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the egg mixture to form a firm dough.
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Divide the dough into thirds. Roll out one portion to 1/8-inch thick on parchment paper and cut with a 2 to 2 1/2-inch round cutter.
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Cut a small hole in the center of half of the cut cookies, removing the center and surrounding scraps.
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Bake cookies for 7 to 8 minutes until edges are golden, then remove and cool completely.
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Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with remaining dough and re-rolled scraps.
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Dust the holed cookies with confectioners' sugar. Spread jam on the solid cookies, then press together with the holed cookies to form sandwiches.