Jelly-Filled Linzer Cookies
Jelly-Filled Linzer Cookies are a classic Austrian dessert that is perfect for any occasion. These delicious cookies are made with a buttery, almond-flavored dough that is filled with your favorite jelly or jam. The combination of the sweet, crumbly cookie and the tart, fruity filling is simply irresistible.
To make these delectable cookies, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam (or your favorite flavor)
This recipe makes about 24 cookies.
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and ground almonds. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture and salt, mixing until just combined.
Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a 2-inch cookie cutter to cut out rounds of dough. Use a smaller cookie cutter (such as a heart or star) to cut out the centers of half of the rounds. Place the rounds and the cut-out rounds on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To assemble the cookies, spread a small amount of jam on the solid rounds of dough. Top with a cut-out round. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
These Jelly-Filled Linzer Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a buttery, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. They are perfect for serving at holiday parties, or for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.
Type: Dessert Cookies
Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour
- Ground almonds
- Unsalted butter
Cooking Tips:
- Chill the dough before rolling it out to make it easier to work with.
- Use a small cookie cutter to cut out the centers of half of the rounds of dough to create the classic Linzer cookie shape.
- Dust the finished cookies with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
