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Raspberry Filled Almond Snowball Cookies


  • Author: sara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies filled with tart raspberry jam and coated in powdered sugar, capturing the warmth of family traditions.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon raspberry jam
  • Chopped almonds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add almond extract and stir to combine.
  4. Gradually add flour and mix until just combined.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough, roll into balls, and create an indentation in the center.
  7. Fill the indent with raspberry jam and reshape into balls.
  8. Place cookies on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart, and bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  9. Cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then roll in powdered sugar.
  10. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container.

Notes

These cookies can be frozen for up to three months. For best results, chill the dough before shaping.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cookies, dessert, raspberries, almond, baking