Buttery, Nutty & Jam-Sweet Perfection

These delicate almond snow cookies are tender, buttery, and lightly crisp on the outside with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth center. Each cookie hides a sweet raspberry jam surprise, creating the perfect balance of nutty richness and bright fruity sweetness. Rolled twice in powdered sugar, they resemble freshly fallen snow — making them especially beautiful for holiday trays, tea parties, bridal showers, or elegant dessert tables.

The almond flour gives them a subtle marzipan-like flavor, while the jam center adds color and contrast. They are simple to make, yet look impressively bakery-worthy.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon almond extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup finely ground almonds (or almond flour)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup raspberry jam (seedless preferred for smooth texture)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.

Beat for about 2–3 minutes until the mixture becomes pale, fluffy, and light in texture. Proper creaming helps create tender cookies.

Add vanilla extract and almond extract. Mix until fully incorporated.