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Linzer Cookies Recipe

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Classic Linzer Cookies feature a delicate almond-flavored buttery dough cut into charming shapes, filled with sweet jam, and dusted with powdered sugar. These elegant, tender cookies are perfect for holiday celebrations or anytime you want to impress with a beautiful, tasty treat.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups (260g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (128g) almond flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (224g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup (138g) sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

For Assembly

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Jam, any flavor, for filling

Instructions

  1. Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, almond flour, and salt. Set aside to incorporate flavors evenly.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: Using a large mixer bowl, beat the butter and sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light in color and fluffy, indicating proper aeration.
  3. Add extracts and egg: Mix in vanilla extract, almond extract, egg, and lemon zest until well combined for a fragrant and moist dough.
  4. Incorporate dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture and stir just until the dough comes together; avoid over-mixing to keep cookies tender.
  5. Chill the dough: Shape the dough into a disk about 1-inch thick, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour until firm.
  6. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Heat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  7. Roll out dough: Roll the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thickness to maintain moisture and ease of transfer.
  8. Cut cookie shapes: Use cookie cutters to cut half the dough into solid shapes and the other half with cutouts for the top layer. Firm up the dough in the freezer for 5 minutes if it softens to prevent distortion during cutting.
  9. Bake cookies: Arrange cut cookies on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are just beginning to turn golden to achieve a tender texture without overbaking.
  10. Cool cookies: Let cookies cool on sheets for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess from residual heat.
  11. Assemble Linzer cookies: Dust the top cookies (with cutouts) generously with powdered sugar. Spread a layer of jam on the solid bottom cookies, then sandwich with the dusted top cookies to create the classic Linzer sandwich.

Notes

  • Use good quality almond flour for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chilling the dough is crucial to prevent spreading and maintain the cookie shapes.
  • Choose your favorite jam such as raspberry, strawberry, or apricot for a traditional taste.
  • Store assembled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For extra crispness, allow cookies to rest overnight before serving.

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