Description
Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat that balances the sweetness of raspberry jam with the nutty flavor of almonds. These tender, buttery cookies feature charming thumbprints filled with vibrant fruit goodness, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they evoke warm memories of family gatherings and bring loved ones together over delicious bites. Bake these irresistible cookies and create your own sweet memories!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam (high-quality)
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Sliced almonds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the egg yolk and almond extract until fully blended.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing gently until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and make an indentation in each cookie with your thumb.
- Spoon raspberry jam into the thumbprint of each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg