What's the secret ingredient in these cakes? Pudding mix. It not only adds flavor but it gives the cake a richer, creamier texture. No one will know your secret ingredient!

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 3/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup fruit jam or jelly (strawberry is good)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Using an electric mixer, beat the brown sugar, butter and vegetable oil until creamy (about 1 minute). Add vanilla and egg, continuing to beat until thick and creamy.
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, stir together flour and salt. Slowly add this to the creamy mixture, beating the mixture (or stirring by hand) on low until fully combined.
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Press thumb into middle of each ball, making a deep indent. Using a small spoon, place 1/2 teaspoon of the jam or jelly into each indentation.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, until cookies are golden and jam is melted.
Christine Gable, CDKitchen Staff
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