Description
Valentine’s Day Linzer Cookies are a delightful way to express love and sweetness. These almond-infused cookies feature a luscious raspberry jam filling, dusted with powdered sugar for an irresistible treat perfect for any celebration. Easy to make and customize, these cookies are ideal for sharing with loved ones or enjoying solo. Elevate your Valentine’s Day festivities with these charming, buttery delights that blend fruity goodness and rich flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
- 1 egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add in the egg yolk and almond extract; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the all-purpose flour until fully combined to form dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thick. Cut into shapes, ensuring half have cut-outs for jam visibility.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely before assembling.
- Spread raspberry jam on each bottom cookie and top with another cookie. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg