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Almond Layer Cookies

Irresistible Almond Layer Cookies with Chewy Raspberry Delight

Delightful Almond Layer Cookies with chewy raspberry jam layers are a feast for the eyes and taste buds, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides moisture and richness
  • 1 cup Almond Paste Key flavor component
  • 1 cup Sugar Adds sweetness for chewiness
  • 2 large Eggs (separated) Yolks enrich, whites add structure
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
For the Color
  • 1 teaspoon Red Gel Food Coloring Adds vibrant color
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Seedless Raspberry Jam Flavorful and moist filling
For the Topping
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Chips Melted topping for sweet finish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter three 13x9-inch pans generously and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the almond paste and granulated sugar until crumbly. Add unsalted butter and blend until smooth. Incorporate the egg yolks.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the almond mixture in thirds.
  4. Divide the batter, leaving one-third plain and tinting two-thirds with red gel food coloring.
  5. Pour the red batter into two pans and the white batter into the third. Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm.
  6. Once cooled, spread raspberry jam on one red layer, top with white layer, and then another layer of jam before adding the final red layer.
  7. Wrap the layered cookie stack tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  8. Invert the chilled stack onto a cutting board, remove parchment, and melt the white chocolate chips to pour over the top. Let set before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies provide a delightful contrast of flavors and are perfect for any festive occasion. Ensure proper chilling for the best texture.

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