Everything about these almond raspberry thumbprint cookies is perfect.
Theshortbread cookieis buttery with a hint of almond.
What I love most about this recipe is the chopped almond coating.
Image by I Wash You Dry via YouTube
It definitely adds texture to the cookies, unlike the usual raspberry almond thumbprint cookies that are plain.
To make these cookies, you will only need a few simple ingredients.
They are incredibly easy to prepare and budget-friendly, too.
I first tried this cookie at a birthday party and instantly loved it.
I searched on YouTube and found this recipe.
Try it at home I am sure you will not regret it!
Next, preheat your oven to 350F.
Step 2:
In a large mixing bowl, add the butter and sugar.
Beat until the sugar is dissolved for about 2 to 3 minutes.
ensure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
Step 3:
Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites.
Place the egg whites in a separate small dish.
Add egg yolks to the butter mixture, followed by the almond extract and vanilla extract.
Beat until well combined.
You may need to use your hands to combine it together at the end.
Cover it with a cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 5:
Remove the cookie dough from the fridge and roll into 1 tablespoon size balls.
Lightly beat the egg whites until they are slightly frothy, then roll each ball in the egg whites.
Next, coat them with chopped almonds.
Step 6:
Place each coated balls on the prepared sheet about 2 inches apart.
Using your thumb or a small spoon, make a cavity in the center of each cookie dough ball.
see to it not to press too hard otherwise you will create a hole in the middle.
