Delicious Nut-Free Perfect Linzer Cookies for Every Occasion

Delicious Nut-Free Perfect Linzer Cookies are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a luscious raspberry filling, perfect for those with nut allergies.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Baked Goods

Keyword: baking, comfort food, Dessert Recipes, Linzer Cookies, Nut-Free, Raspberry Filling

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 12

Chill Time: 30

Total Time: 1 12

Servings: cookies

Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

Electric Mixer
sifter
Rolling Pin
Parchment paper

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

1.5 cups unsalted butter at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar essential for sweetness
1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for high-quality
3.5 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
0.25 teaspoon salt balances sweetness

For the Filling

0.75 cup seedless raspberry preserves or flavor of choice

For the Finishing Touch

powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

Baking Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix Butter and Sugar: Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift flour and salt together, then add to the butter mixture while mixing at low speed until a soft dough forms.
Chill the Dough: Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll and Cut Cookies: Roll out the chilled dough to about ⅛-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
Bake and Assemble: Bake for 10-12 minutes. After cooling, spread raspberry preserves on one cookie and sandwich with another. Dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for easy handling and cutting. Experiment with different fruit preserves for unique flavors.

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