Description
Almond Cherry Snowballs are delightful bite-sized cookies that melt in your mouth, featuring a perfect blend of nutty almonds and sweet dried cherries. Rolled in powdered sugar, these treats not only look festive but also bring a unique flavor twist to any occasion. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet snack, Almond Cherry Snowballs will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ground almonds
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 3/4 cup dried cherries (chopped)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour, ground almonds, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped dried cherries and vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
- Shape the dough into small balls (about one inch) and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottoms. Allow cooling slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 24mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg