I have something special for you today: three fantastic cookie recipes that all feature the wonderful combination of raspberry and almond. If you love sweet and nutty treats, you are going to adore these ideas. I’ve gathered my favorite ways to bake with these flavors, perfect for any time you want a homemade cookie.
These raspberry almond cookie creations are simple to make and guarantee a delightful moment with every bite. Get ready to bake some really good cookies!
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- 1. Raspberry Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 2. Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies
- 3. Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies
Raspberry Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies bring together classic chocolate chips with bright raspberry notes and a gentle almond flavor. They are chewy and sweet, a really satisfying cookie for anyone.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Raspberry Almond Cookies
- Fresh Raspberries: Adding a few small pieces of fresh raspberry will give a lovely burst of fruitiness to each chocolate chip cookie bite.
- Chocolate Chip Choice: Dark chocolate chips pair wonderfully with the tart raspberries and nutty almond, but semi-sweet works great too for these tasty cookies.
What You Need for these Chocolate Chip Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar & brown sugar
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Eggs
- Almond extract
- Raspberry jam (or fresh raspberries)
- Chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
⏱️ Time: 35 minutes🍽️ Yields: 24 cookies
How to Make Raspberry Almond Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Mix Dough
In a big bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until they are light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and almond extract until everything is well mixed. Then, slowly add your dry ingredients like flour until just combined. Gently stir in your raspberry jam and chocolate chips.
Step 2: Bake Cookies
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden. Let them cool a bit on the baking sheet before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
📝 Final Note on Chocolate Chip Cookies
For extra almond flavor, you can sprinkle a few sliced almonds on top of the cookies before baking. This adds a lovely crunch too!
Raspberry Almond Linzer Cookies
These pretty Linzer cookies are made with a delicate almond shortbread, filled with bright raspberry jam. They look fancy but are simple to make, perfect for sharing and special occasions.
Key Tips for Perfect Linzer Cookies
- Almond Flour for Tenderness: Using fine almond flour makes these Linzer cookies wonderfully tender and gives a rich nutty flavor. It’s key to their light texture.
- Linzer Cookie Cutters: You will need a special cookie cutter set for the signature peek-through window on the top cookie. These are often round with various small shapes for the cut-out.
What You Need for these Almond Linzer Cookies
- Almond flour
- All-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- Egg yolk
- Almond extract
- Raspberry jam
⏱️ Time: 45 minutes🍽️ Yields: 18 cookies
How to Make Raspberry Linzer Cookies
Step 1: Prepare Dough
In a food processor or large bowl, mix almond flour, regular flour, and powdered sugar. Add cold, cubed butter and pulse or cut in until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and almond extract, mixing until a dough just forms. Wrap the dough and chill it for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Cut & Bake
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use your Linzer cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Make sure half of your cookies have a small center cut out. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes. Once cooled, spread raspberry jam on the full bottom cookies and gently top with the cutout cookies.
📝 Final Note on Linzer Cookies
Dust the finished Linzer cookies lightly with extra powdered sugar for a classic, beautiful finish. It makes them look extra special!
Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies
These lovely snowball cookies are light, buttery, and packed with almond goodness, with a hidden raspberry center. They melt in your mouth and are always a crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
Key Elements for Almond Snowball Cookies
- Finely Ground Almonds: Using very finely ground almonds or almond flour gives these cookies their smooth, delicate texture that melts away.
- Double Rolling in Sugar: Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar right after baking, and again once they are completely cool, for a beautiful “snowy” coating that sticks well.
What You Need for these Raspberry Snowball Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Finely ground almonds or almond flour
- Powdered sugar (for dough and coating)
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Almond extract
- Raspberry jam
⏱️ Time: 40 minutes🍽️ Yields: 28 cookies
How to Make Raspberry Almond Snowball Cookies
Step 1: Make Dough
In a bowl, cream together softened butter and a bit of powdered sugar until smooth. Mix in the almond extract, then gradually add the flour and finely ground almonds until a soft dough forms. It should be easy to handle.
Step 2: Form & Bake
Take small pieces of dough, flatten them slightly, and place a tiny bit of raspberry jam in the center. Carefully roll into a ball, making sure to seal the jam inside completely. Bake on a baking sheet at 325°F (160°C) for 12-15 minutes. While still warm, roll them generously in powdered sugar.
📝 Final Note on Snowball Cookies
For an even more vibrant raspberry flavor, use a good quality, seedless raspberry jam for the filling. It makes the surprise center extra special!
