Gather all ingredients.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Beat butter and white sugar together in a medium bowl until creamy.

Mix in ½ teaspoon almond extract.

Add flour and mix until dough comes together.

Form dough into 1 ½-inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets about 2 inches apart.

Use your thumb to press down and make a dent in the center of each ball, then fill with jam.

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, about 14 to 18 minutes; allow to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes.

Mix confectioners' sugar, milk, and remaining ¾ teaspoon almond extract together in a medium bowl until smooth; drizzle lightly over warm cookies.