Delicious Festive Cookies for New Year

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat them together until the mixture is light and fluffy, reaching a creamy consistency.

Make sure that the sugar is well incorporated to avoid a gritty texture in your cookies.

Next, add the large egg to the creamy mixture and beat until combined.

Now, incorporate the cornstarch and salt, mixing until evenly distributed. Gradually add the sifted all-purpose flour to the mixture, combining until a soft dough forms.

Take a small piece of dough and roll it into a ball, about the size of a walnut. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

With your fingers, gently press the balls down to form a flat disc. Then, using a teaspoon, make small indentations in the center of each cookie to hold the jam.

Carefully fill the indentations with your choice of red jam for a burst of flavor.

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.

Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack. Meanwhile, melt the white chocolate in a microwave, using short bursts to avoid burning.

Once melted, let it cool slightly, then use a piping bag to drizzle chocolate over the cooled cookies, creating decorative

Your festive cookies are now ready to be enjoyed! Serve them fresh or store them in an airtight container. Enjoy your sweet holiday treat!