Shortbread Linzer Cookies with Raspberry Jam: The Best Treat Ever
Delicious and buttery shortbread cookies filled with sweet raspberry jam, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup raspberry jam
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until well combined.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut into shapes and cut out centers for half of the cookies.
- Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- After cooling, spread raspberry jam on the solid cookies and top with the cookies with cutouts.
Notes
- For a more festive look, sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.
- Experiment with different jams, like apricot or strawberry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Shortbread Linzer Cookies, Raspberry Jam, Cookies, Desserts