Passover Almond Thumbprint Cookies

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 3
Passover Almond Thumbprint Cookies that melt in your mouth
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Prep

15 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sliced blanched almond , toasted and cooled
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup matzo cake meal
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted and cooled slightly
1 large egg , lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
2 tablespoons fruit jam , such as raspberry , strawberry , or apricot

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
125
Sugar
11g
Fat
7g
Passover almond thumbprint cookies are a traditional dessert for the Passover holiday, which commemorates the liberation of the Jews from slavery in ancient Egypt. These cookies are a delicious way to celebrate the holiday and are a favorite among Jewish families. They are made with simple ingredients, and the use of matzo flour instead of regular flour makes them acceptable for Passover. The almond meal gives these cookies a unique flavor and texture, and the jam adds a sweet and fruity burst of flavor to each bite. These cookies can be enjoyed as a dessert or with tea and coffee as a snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
2.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.In a food processor or spice mill, grind almonds and 1/3 cup of sugar until finely ground.
4.In a large bowl, combine almond mixture, matzo cake meal, and salt.
5.In another bowl, stir melted butter, egg, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth. Stir into the almond mixture to form a soft dough.
6.Put remaining 1/3 cup sugar in a shallow bowl. Form balls of dough, then roll in sugar to coat and place on a baking sheet about 1 inch apart. (You should have about 24 balls.)
7.Press your thumb deeply into the center of each dough ball to make a well. Spoon a small amount of jam into each well.
8.Bake until golden and slightly firm to the touch, 15 to 18 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These almond thumbprint cookies are easy to make and flavorful.
They have a delicious texture that melts in your mouth.

You can use any type of jam of your choice to make this simple and tasty dessert.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and calories, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

Some people may find the use of matzo flour instead of regular flour to affect the taste of the cookies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in sugar and calories, these cookies provide a good source of protein and healthy fats thanks to the almonds.
Almonds have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, lowering cholesterol levels, and aiding in weight management.

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