Raspberry Linzer Sandwich Cookies Recipe (2024)

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These Raspberry Linzer Sandwich Cookies are just the thing: a delicious combination of buttery cookie bases loaded with jammy raspberry flavor.

Not only will they look beautiful on your holiday table, but these melt-in-your-mouth cookies also make great holiday food gifts!

Whether it's for family, friends, colleagues or neighbors - no one can resist their sweetness and winter cheer. Keep reading to find out how to make this scrumptious treat!

Are you looking for the perfect cookie exchange recipe this Christmas season? This is it!

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Raspberry Linzer Sandwich Cookies are a buttery and beautiful raspberry filled sandwich cookie.

These almond shortbread sandwich cookies are filled with raspberry jam filling and dusted with powdered sugar.

How To Make Raspberry Linzer Cookies

Raspberry Linzer cut out cookies may look complicated to make but they are as easy to make as any other rolled out Christmas cookie recipe.

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Baking Supplies Needed to make cut out Christmas cookies

Below is a list of the baking supplies I used to make these cut out linzer sandwich cookies.

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Ingredients needed to make this Linzer cookie recipe

  • unbleached all-purpose flour
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • unsalted butter, softened
  • a large egg
  • pure almond extract
  • seedless raspberry jam
  • sifted powdered sugar

Directions to make Raspberry Linzer Sandwich Cookies

  1. In a small bowl whisk the flour, baking powder and salt together. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl with a hand mixer or in a stand mixer beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and creamy. Add the egg and almond extract to the bowl and beat well until all the ingredients are completely combined.
  3. Add half of the flour mixture to the bowl with the butter and sugar mixture. Beat on low until the flour is mixed in well. Scrap the sides of the bowl with a spatula and add the remaining flour to the bowl.
  4. Beat the flour in until combined well. Divide the linzer cookie dough in half. Wrap each half in plastic wrap and chill for at least two hours.
  5. Prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper before beginning with the dough. Preheat the oven at this time. (see notes)
  6. Once the dough has chilled remove half the dough from the refrigerator. Roll the linzer dough out to a ¼ inch thickness on a well floured surface. Dust the rolling pin with flour as needed so the linzer dough doesn't stick as you roll it.
  7. Use a 2 ½ inch circle cookie cutter to cut the cookies out. Make sure you cut a even number of circles out of the dough. Cut the center out of half of the cookies with a small ¾ inch star cookie or fondant cutter.
  8. Place the cut out cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 9 to 12 minutes until the edges of the cookie are just starting to turn golden. Do not over bake.
  9. Cool the cookies on a cooling rack.
  10. Place a scant teaspoon of raspberry jam in the center of each cookie without the center cut out. Place a cookie with the center cut out ontop of the jam topped cookie. Gently press the cookies together. Dust the filled cookies with powdered sugar.
  11. Store in an airtight container for 1 week.
  12. Makes about 16 large cut out Raspberry Linzer sandwich cookies.
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Tips for baking perfect Christmas Cookies

  • Follow the cookie recipe exactly using the exact ingredients listed in the recipe.
  • Line your baking sheets with parchment paper which help the cookie brown evenly on the bottom.
  • Parchment paper also prevents the cookies from sticking to the cookie sheet. It also helps with clean up.
  • Work with chilled dough. Soft warm dough will spread while baking.
  • After rolling and cutting out the cookies put the cookie sheet in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to chill before baking. This helps the cookie keep its shape.
  • Use a tooth pick to easily remove the center cut out of the Linzer cookie. This will help the weakened cookie hold its shape.
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Raspberry Linzer Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Arlene Mobley - Flour On My Face

This Raspberry Linzer Sandwich Cookies recipe is a Linzer cookie recipe without nuts. These pretty cut out sandwich cookies are filled with raspberry jam and dusted with powdered sugar.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Chill 2 hours hrs

Total Time 2 hours hrs 42 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 16 Sandwich Cookies

Calories 174 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter ((softened))
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • ½ cup seedless raspberry jam
  • ½ cup powdered sugar ((sifted))

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Instructions

  • In a small bowl whisk the all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.

  • In a large bowl beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add the egg and almond extract to the bowl and beat until combined well and creamy.

  • Add half the flour to the bowl with the butter mixture. Beat until combined. Scrap the bowl with a spatula. Add the remaining flour to the bowl and beat in well.

  • Divide the dough in half.

  • Place one piece of dough in the center of a piece of plastic wrap. Fold one piece over the dough and flatten into a disk. Wrap each half of dough tightly and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.

  • Preheat the oven to 375F. degrees. (see notes)

  • Remove one half of the dough from the refrigerator and roll the linzer dough out on a floured surface with a floured rolling pin. Roll the dough out to ¼ inch thickness.

  • Cut cookies out with a decorative cookie cutter and transfer to a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

  • Cut the equivalent number of cookies and cut the centers out with a very small cookie cutter and place on a lined baking sheet. Chill the cookie dough for 20 to 30 minutes before baking.

  • Bake the cookies 9 to 12 minutes or until the edges are just slightly golden. Remove from the oven and place the hot baking tray on a cooling rack.

  • Cool for 10 minutes. Transfer the cooled cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.

  • Once cooled place a scant teaspoon of raspberry jam on the center of each of the uncut cookie halves.

  • Place the cookie halves that have the center cut out on top of the cookies with the jam on it. Gently press the cookies together.

  • Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar if.

  • Makes about 16 - 2 ½ inch round sandwich cookies.

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Recipe Expert Tips

  • Preheating the oven. If using aluminum pans lined with parchment preheat the oven to 375 F. degrees.
  • Cookie Sheets: If using dark non stick cookie sheets with or without parchment paper decrease the oven temperature to 350 F. degrees to prevent burning.
  • Follow the cookie recipe exactly using the exact ingredients listed in the recipe.
  • Line your baking sheets with parchment paper which help the cookie brown evenly on the bottom.
  • Parchment paper also prevents the cookies from sticking to the cookie sheet. It also helps with clean up.
  • Work with chilled dough. Soft warm dough will spread while baking.
  • After rolling and cutting out the cookies put the cookie sheet in the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to chill before baking. This helps the cookie keep its shape.
  • Use a tooth pick to easily remove the center cut out of the Linzer cookie. This will help the weakened cookie hold its shape.

Nutrition

Serving: 1CookieCalories: 174kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 102mgPotassium: 24mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 194IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg

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FAQs

Is Linzer cookie dough supposed to be crumbly? ›

Add the flour, salt, and butter. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal, about twenty 1-second pulses, then add the egg yolks, vanilla, and almond extract. Process until dough forms a crumbly, clumpy mass, 20 to 25 seconds.

What country are Linzer cookies from? ›

Linzer cookies are a twist off the linzer torte, originating from Linz, Austria. The linzer torte is one of the oldest tortes in the world, found in an Austrian abbey in the early 1700s. Luckily for us, the linzer torte was brought to the US around 1850s.

What toppings to put on linzer cookies? ›

In my opinion, Linzer cookies are such an underrated cookie. They're essentially an almond shortbread, and they bake up so buttery and tender. And then you can really fill them with anything. from your favorite jam to marmalade. to even lemon curd in my case.

How to ship Linzer cookies? ›

If you want to send Linzer cookies and are scared that the jam may glue them together accidently, cut out small squares of parchment paper and stack them with these squares in between. Be sure that you stack the cookies high, you don't want them to get broken.

Can I refrigerate Linzer cookie dough overnight? ›

You must refrigerate Linzer Cookie dough before baking, but baked Linzer cookies do not need to be refrigerated. Chilling the dough is essential to making it easier to work with and preventing spreading in the oven when they bake.

How long can Linzer cookies stay fresh? ›

How long do linzer cookies last? These cookies will keep in an airtight container for up to six days, but are best when eaten within three days.

What are interesting facts about Linzer cookies? ›

In fact, the Linzer cookie has a long and storied history. It's a descendant of the Linzer torte, a traditional Austrian pastry and the oldest cake to ever be named after a place — Linz, Austria. The torte is a shortcake topped with fruit preserves and a lattice crust.

What cookie is England known for? ›

From British Biscuits to Classic, Famous and Popular British Cookies including Digestive, Hobnob and Shortbread.

Is Linzer Cookie a girl? ›

Linzer Cookie (Korean: 린저 쿠키, linjeo kuki) is an Epic Cookie released alongside Crème Brûlée Cookie in the The Holiday Express update (v4. 15). She is of the Support type and her position is prioritized to the Rear. Who is that tall, elegant lady...

How to keep Linzer cookies crisp? ›

The filled cookies will soften when stored. If you want the cookies to stay crisp, assemble the day of serving. The assembled cookies can be stored in the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for several days. Makes about 26 - 3 inch (7.5 cm) Linzer Cookies.

Did Creme Brulee and Linzer cookie date? ›

According to a quote in her Cookie Info dialogue, Linzer Cookie's fountain pen was a gift from her parents. Crème Brûlée Cookie were once romantically involved.

How to store jam-filled cookies? ›

I recommend keeping these cookies in an airtight container or resealable bag. On the counter, they'll last for about 3 days. If you store them in the fridge, they'll stay good for up to a week. If you want to store them long-term, you can keep them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

How to store Linzer cookies overnight? ›

Spread 1 tablespoon of jam onto the center of each whole cookie and carefully place a powdered sugar dusted cookie on top of the jam. Store any leftover cookies in a single layer in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Should I freeze cookies before mailing? ›

Placing cookies in the freezer for up to 24 hours before sending can help them to arrive fresh. If you don't have time to freeze, make sure your cookies are completely cool before wrapping and create an air-tight seal around your treats!

What is the best container to ship cookies? ›

Use a durable, rigid box or empty tin as a mailing container. Place bubble wrap in the bottom of the container, then line the container with aluminum foil or plastic food wrap that is large enough to wrap over the cookies when the container is full.

Is it OK if my cookie dough is crumbly? ›

Dry – “Dry” or “Crumbly” dough is a product of over-mixing or using too much of any ingredient during the mixing process. This can be reversed by adding one to two tablespoons of liquid (water, milk or softened butter) to your mix.

How crumbly should cookie dough be? ›

Perfect cookie dough is soft and pliable and should hold together in a nice ball. If it seems chalky and is flaking apart when you try and use a cookie scoop, then the chances are your cookies are going to come out dry and crumbly. And no one wants dry chocolate chip cookies!

What do you do when your cookie dough is crumbly? ›

If you overmix the dough, the cookies will be dry and crumbly. The best way to fix this is to add more liquid to the dough. This can be done by adding milk, water, or even melted butter. You may also need to add more flour to the dough if it is too wet.

Why is my dough so crumbly? ›

One reason for crumbly dough is egg size. Sometimes large eggs vary enough that the egg is too small and the dough doesn't get enough of that binding protein and moisture it needs.

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