These Almond Heart Cookies are a festive twist on the classic thumbprint cookie! Shaped like hearts for Valentine’s Day, they’re filled with a sweet almond jam or fruit preserves and finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for sharing with your loved ones!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 24-30 cookies (depending on the size of your cutter) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup almond jam or fruit preserves (strawberry, raspberry, or cherry work great!)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the almond extract and salt until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Chill the Dough:
- Divide the dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Roll the chilled dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out hearts from the dough.
- Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Create the Thumbprint (Heart-Shaped Indent):
- Using your thumb or the back of a small spoon, gently press into the center of each heart to create a small well for the filling. (Maintain the heart shape as you press!)
- Add the Filling:
- Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon of almond jam or fruit preserves into each heart-shaped indent.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Dusting:
- Once completely cool, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Notes
- The cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- If you prefer a different flavor, try using apricot, peach, or even orange marmalade as the filling!
- You can freeze the dough for up to 2 months, allowing you to make these cookies whenever you’d like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (based on 30 servings)
- Calories: 140kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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