Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies, a perfect blend of nutty almond flavor and sweet blueberry jam nestled within a soft, round cookie. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are elegantly dusted with powdered sugar, creating a festive appearance ideal for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy afternoons at home. With their simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them with tea, serve them on a dessert platter, or simply savor them as a sweet snack!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for rolling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely ground almonds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup blueberry jam
Instructions
- Cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, ground almonds, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Chill dough for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Shape dough into balls and create an indentation; fill with blueberry jam before reshaping.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg