Description
Shortbread Linzer Cookies with Raspberry Jam are a delightful combination of buttery, crumbly shortbread and sweet-tart raspberry jam. These charming cookies not only look stunning with their cut-out shapes but also deliver an irresistible flavor that will captivate your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy evenings, they are sure to impress both guests and loved ones alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 3/4 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Gradually add the flour and mix on low speed until combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness; cut shapes, ensuring half have holes for the jam filling.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden; cool completely on wire racks.
- Assemble by spreading raspberry jam on half of the cookies and topping them with their matching halves; dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg