You can choose a different jam, but be sure to scoop the dough rather than rolling it, to maintain fruity pockets. Read more
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How to Make Hewn’s Jam Sugar Cookies
You can choose a different jam, but be sure to scoop the dough rather than rolling it, to maintain fruity pockets. Read more
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