Red Wine Spice Cookies With Almonds and Red Currant

Name: Red Wine Spice Cookies With Almonds and Red Currant Jelly
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 17 12 ounces dry sugar cookie mix (I use the Betty Crocker mix); 2 ounces slivered almonds; ¼ teaspoon clove; ¼ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 egg; ¼ cup red wine; ¼ cup butter, softened; ½ cup flour; ½ cup red currant jelly

Servings: persons

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Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix, almond slivers, and spices.
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Add the egg, red wine, and butter.
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Mix well.
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If you would like more of a sugar cookie texture to your cookies, reduce the amount of butter and red wine.
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If you would like more a scone-like texture, add the full amount of wine and butter, then slowly mix in the flour 1/4 cup at a time.
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The final texture of the dough should be very sticky but not gooey.
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If you place a ball of it on the cookie sheet, it should hold its shape.
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Place balls of dough at least 1 1/2 inches in diameter on a cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
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Bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes, until the bottom of the cookies are a light golden brown.
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Remove cookies from the oven.
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Use your thumb to make an indent in the middle of each cookie.
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Transfer cookies to a cooling rack.
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Spoon about 1 tsp of red currant jelly into the center of each cookie.
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Enjoy!

1920

kcal

Calories

Fat

440

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 17 12 ounces dry sugar cookie mix (I use the Betty Crocker mix), 2 ounces slivered almonds, ¼ teaspoon clove, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Red Wine Spice Cookies With Almonds and Red Currant Jelly falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Red Wine Spice Cookies With Almonds and Red Currant Jelly

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