Indulge in the delightful flavor of Land O Lakes Raspberry Almond Shortbread Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These cookies capture the essence of almond and raspberry, filled with a luscious fruity center that complements the buttery shortbread. Here’s how to create this scrumptious recipe that will surely impress your friends and family.
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Take a look at the finished product that beautifully represents the combination of flavors and textures in this recipe.
Ingredients
Gather the following ingredients to start your baking adventure:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
- Sliced almonds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your delicious raspberry almond shortbread cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the almond extract to the butter mixture, combining it well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, and mix until a dough forms.
- Take a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
- Using your thumb, press into the center of each ball to create an indentation.
- Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of raspberry preserves.
- If desired, sprinkle some sliced almonds around the edges of the cookies for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the edges are slightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, these raspberry almond shortbread cookies make a delightful addition to any dessert table or a sweet nibble alongside your afternoon tea. Enjoy the marriage of flavors and textures in each bite!