Hungarian Jam-Filled Cookies (Lekváros Sütemény)

These delicate Hungarian jam-filled cookies are buttery, tender, and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. Their pretty folded shape and colorful fruit filling make them especially lovely for holiday cookie trays, afternoon coffee, or family celebrations.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ cup thick apricot or sour cherry jam
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

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