# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
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 (to loosen jam, if needed)
→ Garnish (optional)
10 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Beat in egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined.
04 - Add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
05 - Roll dough into 1-inch diameter balls and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
06 - Press thumb or teaspoon back into center of each ball to make a well.
07 - If jam is thick, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water. Fill each well with about 1/2 teaspoon of cherry jam.
08 - Sprinkle sliced almonds around edges of cookies, if desired.
09 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
10 - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
