Indulge your sweet tooth with our delectable Almond Caramel Thumbprints, a delightful treat that combines the nutty flavor of almonds with the richness of caramel. These cookies are not only visually appealing but also a symphony of flavors and textures. The buttery shortbread crust crumbles in your mouth, while the gooey caramel center, studded with crunchy almond pieces, provides a delightful contrast. This recipe offers two variations: a classic version with a traditional caramel filling and a chocolate twist for those who crave a decadent indulgence. Both variations are sure to satisfy your cravings for something sweet and memorable. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a batch of irresistible Almond Caramel Thumbprints, perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying as a special treat.
Let's cook with our recipes!
ALMOND THUMBPRINT COOKIES WITH A SALTED CARAMEL CENTER
Steps:
- In a medium sized mixing bowl combine butter, sugar and almond extract in bowl. Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy. Add flour and continue mixing until incorporated. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm.
- Preheat oven to 375 °Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets. Make indentation in center of each cookie with end of spoon.
- Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Let cool completely.
- In a microwave safe bowl melt caramels along with heavy cream and salt, stirring every 30 seconds until fully melted and smooth.
- Fill each center of cookie with 1 tsp of the salted caramel.
- Top with sea salt and almond slivers and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 161 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEWY ALMOND AND CHERRY THUMBPRINT COOKIES
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 24 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread the almond flour on a rimmed baking sheet and bake, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and toasted, 10 to 15 minutes. Immediately add it to a medium bowl to cool for 5 minutes. Line the baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper and set aside.
- Add the coconut sugar, honey, limoncello, lemon zest, salt and egg to the toasted flour. Using a rubber spatula, stir until well combined and evenly moistened. Scoop heaping 1-tablespoon scoops of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch between each. Flatten slightly with the palm of your hand, then make a small indent in the center of each cookie using your thumb. Fill each indent with 1/2 teaspoon cherry jam. Bake until golden brown and just set, 15 to 17 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Tips:
- Use room temperature butter: Softened butter creams together with the sugar more easily, resulting in a smoother batter.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing can make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much in the oven.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough: A cookie scoop helps ensure that all of the cookies are the same size and shape.
- Press the caramel into the center of the cookies before baking: This will help prevent the caramel from running out of the cookies while they are baking.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown: The centers of the cookies will still be soft when you take them out of the oven, but they will continue to cook as they cool.
Conclusion:
These almond caramel thumbprints are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple dough that is flavored with almond extract and filled with a rich caramel filling. The cookies are then baked until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft and chewy. These cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love