Description
Soft and Sweet Linzer Cookies are delightful treats that combine a tender, buttery texture with a sweet fruit filling, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (raspberry or apricot)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla and almond extracts, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut out shapes using cookie cutters, making sure to cut out the center of half of the cookies.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely before spreading jam on the solid cookies and topping with the cut-out cookies.
Notes
- For a different flavor, try using lemon or orange zest in the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- These cookies can be dusted with additional powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Linzer Cookies, Soft Cookies, Sweet Treats, Dessert Recipes