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Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies

A delightful and easy recipe for sweet moments, these cookies combine finely ground almonds with a sweet burst of raspberry jam, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: European, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Plus more for coating.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Using pure vanilla extract will enhance the flavor.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour A staple in every baking pantry.
  • 1 cup finely ground almonds Almond flour works too, but avoid coarse blends.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam Homemade or high-quality store-bought jam is recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, finely ground almonds, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Forming and Baking the Cookies
  1. Roll a tablespoon of dough into a ball, make an indentation in the center, and fill it with about 1/4 teaspoon of raspberry jam.
  2. Pinch the edges together to seal and then re-roll into a ball.
  3. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottoms.
  4. Allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  5. Once completely cooled, roll the cookies generously in powdered sugar.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerate for up to two weeks. Freeze the dough for later baking.