Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies, where nutty almond flavor meets a luscious blueberry jam center. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply enjoying a snack at home. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture and elegant powdered sugar coating make them a favorite among cookie lovers. Easy to make and customizable with your choice of jams, these treats ensure everyone will be reaching for seconds!
- 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
- 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
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in vanilla extract until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground almonds, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture; mix until just combined.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls, creating an indentation in each to fill with blueberry jam before reshaping.
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg