Almond Raspberry Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Chop almonds very finely.
3. 3
   Place cookie dough in 2-quart batter bowl.
4. 4
   Add almonds and almond extract.
5. 5
   Mix with bamboo spoon to combine.
6. 6
   Using small stainless steel scoop, place dough 2-inches apart on baking sheet.
7. 7
   Press lightly floured finger in center of dough to make indentation.
8. 8
   Fill with approximately 1/2 teaspoon raspberry preserves.
9. 9
   Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until cookie is golden brown.
10. 10
    Place cookies on a nonstick cooling rack.
11. 11
    Place powdered sugar in a flour/sugar shaker and shake over cookies until completely covered.
12. 12
    Yield: approximately 4 dozen cookies.