Soft and Sweet Linzer Cookies
Delightfully crumbly and chewy sandwich cookies filled with jam, perfect for sweet treats any time.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
Filling and Toppings
- ½ cup jam (your choice — raspberry, apricot, etc.) Various flavors can be used.
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting) Dust before serving.
Instructions
Baking Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt together.
- Add the softened butter and vanilla, and then mix until creamy.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Cutting and Baking
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut out shapes.
- Remember to cut an 'opening' on half of them for a classic Linzer look!
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges turn golden.
- Let them cool before spreading jam on the bases and topping them with the cut-out cookies.
- Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
Chill the dough for easier handling and better texture. Experiment with various jam flavors. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.