Description
Raspberry-Filled Almond Snow Cookies are the perfect holiday treat! With their buttery almond flavor and sweet raspberry surprise, these melt-in-your-mouth cookies are dusted in powdered sugar for a festive finish. Ideal for holiday gatherings or special occasions, these soft, flavorful cookies offer a delightful contrast of nutty almond and tangy raspberry.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
- 1/3 cup raspberry preserves
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the almond extract. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, salt, and almond flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm it up.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape and Fill the Cookies: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it in your hand. Place 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry preserves in the center, fold the dough around the filling, and roll into a ball. Place on the baking sheet, spacing 1 inch apart.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned. Let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Once cool, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to coat generously.
Notes
- You can substitute raspberry preserves with other fruit preserves such as strawberry, blueberry, or apricot for a different flavor twist.
- For a vegan version, replace butter with vegan butter and use a plant-based egg substitute.
- To make the cookies gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months. Simply thaw before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
