CHOCOLATE ALMOND COOKIES

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Special occasions around our house have always been indicated by these chocolate-dipped, jam-filled cookies. They not only look appealing, they taste terrific, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter, softened
6 tablespoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped blanched almonds
1/4 to 1/2 cup raspberry jam or jam of your choice
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine flour and almonds; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Shape into one 12-in. roll; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. , Unwrap; cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. , Spread 1 teaspoon jam on the bottom of half of the cookies; top with remaining cookies. Dip cookies halfway into melted chocolate; shake off excess. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets to set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 77mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Gulnaz Gujjar
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I can't wait to make these cookies again!


Saleem Bhatti
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These cookies are the perfect way to end a meal.


mahmud rana
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These cookies are a great gift for friends and family.


Jeremiah Mwamba
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I loved these cookies.


Shahjahan ahmed Tapadar
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These cookies are a great way to satisfy your chocolate craving.


Gret Lavar
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I love the way these cookies smell while they're baking.


Nice Frequency
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These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Stephen Ravenfeller
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I added some chopped walnuts to these cookies and they were delicious!


Aysha Begum
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover chocolate.


Playclown Comedy
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and perfect for the holidays.


John Toombs
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These cookies are so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


Yolande Howes
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out great. They're a family favorite.


COLLINS OKOYE (EVEREST)
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion.


Von Thomas
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I made these cookies for a party and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Nisha Bhattrai
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I love these cookies! They're so chewy and chocolatey.


m siyab
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These cookies were a hit! They were easy to make and turned out perfectly. The combination of chocolate and almonds was delicious.


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