# Components:
→ Cookie Dough
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 large egg yolk
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
06 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
08 - 1/2 cup cherry jam
09 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water (optional, to loosen jam)
→ Garnish
10 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)
# Method:
01 - Set oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Mix in egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
04 - Gradually add flour and salt; stir until soft dough forms.
05 - Roll dough into 1-inch diameter balls and arrange 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
06 - Press thumb or teaspoon into center of each ball to create indentations.
07 - If jam is thick, mix in 1 to 2 tablespoons water to loosen consistency. Spoon approximately 1/2 teaspoon jam into each indentation.
08 - Optionally, sprinkle sliced almonds around the edges of each cookie.
09 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges begin to turn golden.
10 - Let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack to cool completely.
