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Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies

Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies: A Sweet Surprise

Blueberry-Filled Almond Snowball Cookies offer a melt-in-your-mouth experience with a sweet-tart surprise in every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened; can substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup powdered sugar essential for sweetness; can be reduced
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract can replace with almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour consider gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 cup finely ground almonds can substitute with sunflower seed flour
  • 1 pinch salt optional for low-sodium diets
  • 1 teaspoon blueberry jam for filling; can use other jams for variation
  • additional cup powdered sugar for rolling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop small portions of dough, roll into balls, and create an indentation in each. Fill with blueberry jam and reshape.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Roll in powdered sugar while still warm and let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days, in the fridge for 2 weeks, or frozen for 3 months.

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