Patriotic Almond Thumbprint Cookies

Every summer gathering needs a cookie that disappears first.

These Patriotic Almond Thumbprint Cookies start with Absolutely Almond Pound Cake Mix and are filled with Rhubarb Strawberry Fruit Spread, creating a sweet, buttery cookie with a bright fruit center. A coating of red, white, and blue star sprinkles gives them a festive touch that’s perfect for Memorial Day, Fourth of July, summer picnics, and backyard cookouts.

What I love most about these cookies is the flavor combination. The rich almond cookie pairs beautifully with the strawberry-rhubarb filling, creating a cookie that’s both nostalgic and a little unexpected.

And don’t let the rhubarb fool you.

Many people expect an overly tart filling, but the strawberries balance the rhubarb perfectly, creating a sweet-tart center that complements the buttery almond cookie.

To help the cookies keep their shape, I add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the dough and chill it for at least two hours before baking. The result is a tender cookie that stays thick enough to hold that delicious fruit-filled center.

These cookies are festive enough for a celebration but easy enough to make any time you’re craving something special.

Amy’s Tips

• Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch to the dough for better structure.

• Chill the dough for at least 2 hours before baking.

• Fill with Rhubarb Strawberry Fruit Spread after baking for a beautiful glossy center.

• Roll in patriotic sprinkles before baking for a festive summer look.

Perfect For

⭐ Fourth of July celebrations

⭐ Summer picnics

⭐ Neighborhood cookouts

⭐ Cookie exchanges

⭐ Wedding cookie tables with a summer theme

These cookies prove that sometimes the simplest ingredients create the biggest smiles.