Raspberry Filled Almond Snowball Cookies
Raspberry Filled Almond Snowball Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)
- ⅓ cup raspberry preserves
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and ½ cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the almond extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, salt, and almond flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Take about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it in your palm.
- Place ½ teaspoon of raspberry preserves in the center, then carefully wrap the dough around the filling to form a ball, ensuring the preserves are fully enclosed.
- Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Roll in Powdered Sugar:
- Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes, then gently roll each warm cookie in powdered sugar.
- Let the cookies cool completely, then roll them once more in powdered sugar for a snowy finish.
- Serve:
- Enjoy these delicate, buttery cookies with a surprise raspberry center—perfect for holiday treats or special occasions!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 150 kcal per cookie | Servings: 24 cookies
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