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Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delightful buttery cookies filled with raspberry jam and a hint of almond, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 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

Filling

  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 TBS heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in almond extract.
  • Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls, place on baking sheet, and make an indentation in the center of each.
  • Fill each indentation with raspberry jam. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are golden.
  • Mix powdered sugar, heavy cream, and almond extract to make glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Notes

Chill the dough for easier handling and better flavor development.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond, cookie, raspberry