Description
Experience the timeless charm of Linzer cookies with this authentic recipe. These buttery, almond-infused cookies filled with sweet jam are a classic Austrian treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re baking for the holidays or simply indulging in a sweet craving, these Linzer cookies are sure to delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cookies:
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup (160g) raspberry, apricot, or your favorite jam
- For Decorating:
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Chill the Dough:
- Divide the dough into two equal portions.
- Flatten each portion into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll and Cut the Cookies:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use a round cookie cutter (about 2.5 inches in diameter) to cut out cookies.
- Use a smaller cutter (about 1 inch) to create a window in half of the cookies.
- Bake:
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Assemble the Cookies:
- Spread a small amount of jam on the solid side of each windowed cookie.
- Top with another cookie to create a sandwich.
- Finish and Serve:
- Dust the assembled cookies with powdered sugar.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Jam Variations: Feel free to experiment with different jam flavors such as strawberry, blueberry, or even chocolate for a unique twist.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend to make these cookies suitable for gluten-free diets.
- Storage: Store the Linzer cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. They also freeze well for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: cookies
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Linzer cookies, Austrian cookies, jam cookies, classic cookies, baking recipes