# Components:
→ Shortbread Dough
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2/3 cup powdered sugar
03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 2 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade)
05 - 1/4 tsp salt
06 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Cranberry Jam
07 - 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
08 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
09 - 2 tbsp water
10 - 1 tsp lemon juice
# Method steps:
01 - Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and the mixture thickens, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and set aside to cool completely.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
03 - Beat softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until light and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix to combine.
04 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, matcha powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Arrange on the prepared baking sheet, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
07 - Press a thumb or the back of a rounded teaspoon into the center of each dough ball to form an indentation.
08 - Place about 1/2 teaspoon of cooled cranberry jam into each indentation.
09 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, until edges begin to lightly brown. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
