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Almond Star Sandwich Cookies

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Buttery almond shortbread-style cookies filled with fruity jam and dusted with powdered sugar. These Almond Star Sandwich Cookies are festive, elegant, and perfect for holiday trays, gift boxes, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour or finely ground almonds
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup fruit jam or preserves (e.g., raspberry, apricot, or strawberry)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in almond and vanilla extracts.
  4. Stir in flour, almond flour, and salt until a dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes if too soft.
  5. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface. Use a star-shaped cutter to cut cookies. Cut smaller stars from the center of half the cookies.
  6. Place cookies on baking sheets and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until lightly golden on the edges.
  7. Cool completely. Spread jam on full star cookies and top with cut-out cookies to create sandwiches.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Add lemon zest to the dough for a citrusy twist.
  • Use Nutella or lemon curd for alternate fillings.
  • Swap star cutters for seasonal shapes.
  • Assemble just before serving to keep cookies crisp.
  • Freeze unfilled cookies for up to 2 months.

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