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Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cookies with a buttery base and sweet-tart raspberry jam filling, perfect for sharing and creating memories.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 TBS heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in the almond extract.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  6. Using your thumb or the back of a measuring spoon, press an indent into each ball.
  7. Fill the indent with raspberry jam, careful not to overfill.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
  10. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and almond extract until smooth, then drizzle over the cookies once cooled.

Notes

Use high-quality jam for the best flavor. For variation, consider different fruit jams or adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: cookies, raspberry, thumbprint, desserts, baking