Description
Raspberry-Filled Almond Snow Cookies are delicate, buttery cookies filled with sweet and tangy raspberry jam. Featuring finely ground almonds and a light dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are perfect for festive occasions and everyday indulgence. Their tender texture and almond aroma make them a delightful treat for cookie lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar plus extra for rolling
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely ground almonds or almond flour
Filling
- 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with 1/2 cup powdered sugar until the mixture is light, creamy, and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender texture.
- Add Flavour Extracts: Mix in the almond extract and vanilla extract to infuse the dough with rich, aromatic flavors.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and finely ground almonds to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Make the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, blending until a soft, cohesive dough forms without overmixing.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a smooth ball. Place them about two inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
- Create Centers for Jam: Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, gently press an indentation in the center of each dough ball to hold the jam filling.
- Fill Cookies with Jam: Spoon approximately half a teaspoon of seedless raspberry jam into each indentation, ensuring not to overfill to prevent spilling during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden while the tops remain pale and soft.
- Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Finishing Touch: Once cooled, gently roll or dust the cookies with additional powdered sugar to create the signature snow-like appearance before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute other jams such as strawberry or apricot if desired to vary the flavors.
- For extra almond flavor and a decorative touch, sprinkle a few sliced almonds around the jam center before baking.
- Ensure the butter is properly softened for easier mixing and better texture.
- The cookies keep well in an airtight container for up to one week, perfect for making ahead.
