Cherry Almond Thumbprint Cookies
These buttery shortbread cookies are infused with fragrant almond extract and filled with a vibrant cherry preserve. They offer a perfect balance of nutty crunch and sweet fruitiness, making them a stunning addition to any holiday platter.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 0.66 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp almond extract pure extract recommended
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup cherry preserves high-quality fruit spread
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds finely crushed for coating
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar for optional glaze drizzle
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For a professional finish, whisk the powdered sugar with a teaspoon of water or milk and drizzle over the cooled cookies. If the dough feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before rolling.