Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies, a melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for any occasion. These easy-to-make cookies combine the rich flavors of buttery almonds with sweet raspberry jam, all dusted in powdered sugar for an eye-catching finish. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family get-togethers, these cookies are a festive addition to your dessert table. With simple steps, even novice bakers can create these charming delights that are sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for coating
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely ground almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in vanilla extract and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, ground almonds, and salt; then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and create indentations in each cookie using your thumb.
- Fill each indentation with raspberry jam; seal the edges by pinching the dough together and re-roll into balls.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust cooled cookies generously with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 31mg