Easy Linzer Thumbprints
Easy Linzer Thumbprints might be just the dessert you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains around 1g of protein, 8g of fat, and a total of 167 calories. This recipe serves 30. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free and vegetarian diet. If you have pillsbury best® all purpose flour, almond extract, salt, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 55 minutes.
Instructions
Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cream together shortening, sugar and almond extract in large bowl until well combined.
Add egg; beat until light and fluffy.
Add ground almonds, flour and salt; mix on medium speed of mixer until well blended.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place on ungreased baking sheets. Indent each ball with thumb.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes. Fill each indent with scant 1/2 teaspoon fruit preserves or jam. Return to oven; bake an additional 5 minutes.
Let stand 5 minutes, then remove to rack to cool completely.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar when cooled, if desired.