Linzers are iconic Austrian almond cookies that delight with a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness. These sandwich cookies, filled with fruity jam, are a timeless treat that brings warmth and tradition to any gathering. Enjoy the delicate crumbly texture and rich flavor in every bite!

Linzers – Classic Austrian Almond Cookies

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Prep Time45

Cook Time1 15

Total Time2

CourseDessert

CuisineEuropean

Servings10 people

Calories120 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups ground almonds
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup raspberry or apricot jam or your preferred flavor
Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground almonds, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Divide the dough in half, shape each portion into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough at a time to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out shapes. For half of the rounds, use a smaller cutter to create a window in the center.
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Spread a thin layer of jam on the whole cookies, leaving the ones with the center cutout plain. Place the cutout cookies on top to create sandwich cookies.
Dust the tops of the Linzers with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

KeywordMedium