Strawberry Jam Linzer Cookies
Strawberry Jam Linzer Cookies are a delightful treat that combines buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a sweet strawberry jam filling. These charming sandwich cookies not only bring back nostalgic memories but also make for an impressive dessert at any gathering. With their intricate shapes and vibrant flavors, they’re perfect for both seasoned bakers and novices. Enjoy the warmth of nostalgia with every bite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Austrian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into shapes and cut centers on half of them.
- Place cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool completely, then spread strawberry jam on solid cookies and top with cut-out cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg