Description
Charming treats filled with ruby-red cherry preserves and a nutty almond flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup cherry preserves
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- Decorative sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter mixture, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into desired shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Spread cherry preserves on the bottom of half the cookies and sandwich with the other half.
- Mix powdered sugar with milk to make icing, then drizzle over the cookies and add sprinkles.
- Let the icing harden before serving.
Notes
Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling out for easier handling. Use a cookie scoop for uniform shapes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, dessert, cherry, almond, holiday treats