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Raspberry Linzer Cookies

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Delightfully buttery and nutty Raspberry Linzer Cookies filled with sweet-tart raspberry jam, perfect for festive occasions or a charming treat any time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup almond flour (finely ground almonds)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 cup raspberry jam
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract; beat until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, salt, and baking powder.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  8. Use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes (traditionally circles or hearts). On half of the cookies, cut out a small shape in the center (like a small circle or heart) to create a window.
  9. Place the cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool completely on wire racks.
  11. Spread raspberry jam on the whole cookies, then top with the cookies that have cut-out centers to create a sandwich.
  12. Dust the tops of the assembled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For an extra nutty flavor, toast the almond flour lightly before mixing it into the dough. You can also substitute raspberry jam with other fruit preserves like strawberry or apricot.

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