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Classic Buttery Linzer Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade Raspberry Jam Treats

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These classic buttery Linzer cookies feature a tender crumb and a vibrant raspberry jam center, perfect for holidays, gifting, or a sweet treat any time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • 1/2 cup (160g) raspberry jam (seedless preferred)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 2/3 cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Beat in 1 large room-temperature egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional), and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed, mixing just until combined.
  4. Shape the dough into a flat disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness.
  6. Use Linzer cookie cutters to cut out an even number of cookies, half with a small center cutout for the jam window.
  7. Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges start to turn golden.
  8. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Spread about 1 teaspoon of raspberry jam on the bottom side of the whole cookies. Press the top cookie with the cutout onto the jam.
  10. Dust the tops generously with powdered sugar.

Notes

If dough is too sticky when rolling, chill longer. Use a light hand when dusting powdered sugar to avoid overpowering the jam flavor. Seedless raspberry jam spreads smoothly and prevents sogginess. Chilling dough is key to prevent spreading. Oven temperatures vary, so watch cookies closely starting at 10 minutes.

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