Classic Linzer Cookies
Linzer cookies are almond-based shortbread rounds sandwiched with fruit preserves, with the top cookie cut out to show the filling. They are a traditional Austrian treat, often made during the holiday season, and take about 1 hour including chilling the dough. Raspberry or apricot jam are the most common fillings.
Equipment
- Mixer
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutter
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
For the Dry Components:
- 1 cup almonds finely ground
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Wet Components:
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large egg yolks
For the Filling & Topping:
- ½ cup raspberry preserves or preferred fruit preserves
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine ground almonds, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add vanilla extract and egg yolks, mixing until incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies, and then a smaller cutter to cut out centers of half the rounds.
- Arrange on prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- Spread raspberry preserves on the bottom side of each solid cookie, then top with a cut-out cookie. Dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a richer almond flavor, consider toasting the almonds before grinding.
- Almond flour can be used as a substitute for ground almonds.
Nutrition
Calories: 201kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 29mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 257IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
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