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No-Chill Linzer Cookies

These delightful cookies combine the rich taste of butter with the sweetness of jam, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 80 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup almond flour For a rich flavor and texture.
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can use gluten-free blend if needed.
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or cardamom)
  • 16 tablespoons butter Should be around 65°F/18°C.
  • 1 large egg Use cold.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract
Filling and Dusting
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar For dusting.
  • ½ cup jam, jelly, or curd For filling the cookies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by softening the butter to around 65-68ºF (18-20ºC).
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine almond flour, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Add softened butter and mix on low speed until the mixture resembles sandy breadcrumbs.
  5. Add the cold egg and vanilla, mixing until a dough forms.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to a thickness of ¼ inch (6 mm).
Baking and Assembling
  1. Use cookie cutters to cut shapes and lift them to lined baking sheets.
  2. Bake one tray at a time for 10-12 minutes or until tops look matte and edges golden brown.
  3. Cool the cookies for 5-10 minutes before dusting with powdered sugar.
  4. Spread jam on half the cookies and sandwich with others.

Notes

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies separated by parchment paper.