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Linzer Berry Cookies

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Linzer Berry Cookies are a delightful twist on the traditional Linzer tart, filled with sweet berry jam and dusted with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish. These delicate cookies have a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture and are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual tea parties. With their colorful fruit filling peeking through the center, Linzer Berry Cookies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. The combination of shortbread-like dough and vibrant berry jam makes these cookies irresistibly flavorful.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour (or ground almonds)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup raspberry or strawberry jam (or any berry jam of choice)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Ingredient Highlights

  • Almond Flour: Almond flour gives the dough its signature nutty flavor and crumbly texture, which is characteristic of Linzer cookies.
  • Berry Jam: The berry jam filling provides a sweet and tart contrast to the rich, buttery cookie dough. You can choose your favorite berry jam or even use homemade jam for a personal touch.
  • Butter: Unsalted butter is key to achieving a soft, tender dough with a rich flavor

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Add the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could make the dough tough.

Chill the Dough:

  1. Chill the Dough: Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disc. Wrap the discs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This helps the dough firm up and makes it easier to roll out.

Shape and Bake the Cookies:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles. Then, use a smaller cookie cutter (a heart or star-shaped cutter works well) to cut out the center of half of the cookies, leaving the rest intact.
  3. Bake the Cookies: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Assemble the Cookies:

  1. Fill with Jam: Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a teaspoon of berry jam on the solid cookie halves. Be careful not to overfill, as the jam could spill out when you place the top cookie.
  2. Top with Cookie: Place the cookies with the cut-out centers on top of the jam-filled cookies, gently pressing down to secure the layers.
  3. Dust with Powdered Sugar: Lightly dust the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

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