Description
Buttery almond shortbread cookies sandwiched with sweet-tart berry jam, these delicate Linzer cookies are a festive treat perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup almond flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup raspberry or strawberry jam
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, almond flour, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
Divide the dough in half, flatten into disks, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out one disk of dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
Cut out cookies using a round cutter, then cut out the centers of half of the cookies for the tops.
Transfer to prepared baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Cool completely on wire racks. Spread jam on the flat side of each bottom cookie, then top with a cutout cookie.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time:: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert