Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies, a perfect fusion of buttery richness and fruity sweetness. These melt-in-your-mouth confections are not only easy to whip up but also make an impressive addition to any gathering—from festive holiday celebrations to cozy get-togethers with friends. Each cookie features a tender almond base cradling a luscious raspberry filling, offering a delightful treat that will surely please your palate. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring everyone can enjoy these charmingly decorated cookies rolled in powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more 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.
- Cream softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, ground almonds, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and create an indentation in each.
- Fill indentations with raspberry jam and seal by re-rolling into balls.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Roll cooled cookies in powdered sugar twice for optimal coverage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg