Description

Delight in these Raspberry Filled Almond Snowball Cookies, a buttery, tender treat with a sweet raspberry jam center and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for festive occasions or any sweet moment, these gluten-free cookies combine the nutty flavor of almond flour with a luscious jam filling.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

2 cups Almond Flour (Use gluten-free baking flour if needed)
1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
1/2 cup Sugar (Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier alternative)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Vanilla essence can be a suitable replacement)

Filling and Topping

1/2 cup Raspberry Jam (Can swap with strawberry or apricot jam)
1/2 cup Powdered Sugar (for rolling)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and sugar using a mixer for 3-5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
Add Vanilla: Add the vanilla extract and blend at low speed until fully incorporated, infusing the dough with a rich vanilla aroma.
Incorporate Almond Flour: Gradually mix in the almond flour until a soft dough forms, about 1-2 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined without overworking the dough.
Shape Cookies: Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball gently, place a teaspoon of raspberry jam in the center, then carefully fold the edges over and roll again into a ball to enclose the filling.
Bake Cookies: Arrange the filled dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly, and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the bottoms turn lightly golden.
Cool and Coat: Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Once slightly cooled, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to create a delicate snowy coating before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, ensure your almond flour is certified gluten-free.
Coconut sugar can replace regular sugar for a more natural sweetness and lower glycemic impact.
Swap raspberry jam with strawberry or apricot jam to vary flavors.
To soften butter quickly, cut into small pieces and let sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature; they stay fresh for up to one week.