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Linzer Cookies

Linzer cookies are the epitome of festive elegance, bringing together buttery, almond-flavored cookies and a bright, fruity jam filling. With their signature cutout shapes that showcase the vibrant jam, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious.
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Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cookies:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • For the Filling and Decoration:
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam or preferred jam
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the butter mixture, mixing well.
  • Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until the dough comes together.
  • Divide dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Roll out chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface.
  • Use a round cookie cutter to cut shapes, creating smaller cutouts in the center of half the cookies.
  • Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Spread jam on the flat side of whole cookies and top with cutout cookies.
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Keyword Heart-Shaped Sugar Cookies, Linzer Cookies
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