Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies Delightful Easy Recipe
Experience the joy of baking with Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavor of ground almonds with a luscious raspberry jam center. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are not just visually appealing, dusted in powdered sugar like fresh snow, but they also deliver a sweet and nutty taste that evokes warmth and nostalgia. Perfect for holiday gatherings or an afternoon indulgence, this easy recipe bridges tradition with modern flair, making it a must-try for both seasoned bakers and novices alike. Roll up your sleeves and enjoy creating these heavenly bites that promise to bring smiles to everyone who tastes them!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Traditional
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra 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 softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, ground almonds, and salt.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the creamed mixture until combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized dough into balls; create an indentation in the center for jam.
- Fill each indentation with raspberry jam and reshape into balls.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom.
- Let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg