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Quick Linzer Cookies
70% authentic · Austrian-inspired
A simplified version of the classic Linzer cookie, this recipe uses readily available ingredients and a slightly quicker method, while still capturing the essence of nutty flavor and jam filling. Perfect for when you crave Linzer cookies but have less time.
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour1.5 cups
- almond flour1/2 cup
- unsalted butter, softened3/4 cup
- powdered sugar1/2 cup
- egg1 large
- vanilla extract1 teaspoon
- ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon
- salt1/8 teaspoon
- apricot jam1/3 cup
Steps
- 1
Cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- 2
Beat in the whole egg and vanilla extract.
- 3
In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 5
Chill the dough for about 15 minutes.
- 6
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 7
Roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out round cookies, and for half of them, cut a smaller circle from the center.
- 8
Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden.
- 9
Cool completely on a wire rack.
- 10
Spread apricot jam on the solid cookies and top with the cutout cookies.
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