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Linzer Cookies

Delicious Linzer Cookies Recipe with Raspberry Jam Filling

Try these delightful Linzer Cookies filled with raspberry jam, perfect for impressing guests and satisfying your sweet tooth.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Austrian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling
  • 3/4 cup raspberry jam

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • rolling pin
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolk and vanilla extract; mix well.
  4. Gradually sift in flour and powdered sugar until a soft dough forms.
  5. Divide dough in half; shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Baking
  1. Roll out chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface.
  2. Cut into shapes—one solid for the base and another with a cut-out center.
  3. Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around edges.
  4. Cool completely before assembly.
  5. Spread raspberry jam on each solid cookie base and top with cut-out cookies.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 9g

Notes

Feel free to use different jams or add lemon zest for a unique twist. Ensure proper chilling for the best texture and flavor.

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