I don’t know how old these biscuits are, I’ve dated this version of Mum’s as 1940s, but I think they have been around for a lot longer than that. I do know though that they are still a great family favourite.

JAM DROPS

• 125g butter
  
• 125g sugar
  
• 1 egg
  
• 125g plain flour
  
• 125g Self Raising flour
  
• Jam
  

Cream butter and sugar, add egg, then sifted flours. Mix well. Roll into small balls, place on paper lined tray. Make a well in the centre by pressing your thumb into the mixture. Fill indentation with jam. Bake at 180°C for 15 minutes.