Raspberry Almond Snow Cookies (Printer-Friendly)

Tender almond cookies with tart raspberry center and a dusting of powdered sugar.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup almond flour
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - ½ cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - ¼ teaspoon almond extract
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Filling and Garnish

09 - ½ cup raspberry jam
10 - Additional powdered sugar for dusting

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - Using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter with almond and vanilla extracts until light and fluffy.
04 - Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
05 - Divide the dough into two portions, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
06 - Roll out one portion of dough on a lightly floured surface to ¼ inch thickness. Cut out circles using a cookie cutter or small round glass.
07 - Place half of the dough circles on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon raspberry jam onto the center of each circle.
08 - Roll out the second portion of dough, cut matching circles, and carefully place them over the jam-filled circles. Gently press edges to seal.
09 - Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
10 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Substitute raspberry jam with other fruit preserves such as strawberry or blueberry for variation.
02 - Roll dough to the appropriate thickness to prevent breakage yet allow thorough baking.
03 - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.