Description
These Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies are a perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. Their simplicity makes them easy enough for baking novices while still impressing seasoned bakers.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and almond extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and any other dry ingredients. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- If using chopped almonds, gently fold them into the dough.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, gently press down in the center of each ball to create a small indentation.
- Spoon a small amount of raspberry jam into each thumbprint, being careful not to overfill.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: If the dough is too soft to handle, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes. You can also experiment with different jams and extracts for unique flavors.