Description
These Cardamom Linzer Cookies with Lingonberry Jam are a festive twist on the classic Austrian cookie. With the aromatic flavor of cardamom and a tangy lingonberry jam filling, these cookies are perfect for holiday gifting or special occasions. Simple to make yet elegant, they’re a treat that will impress anyone.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup lingonberry jam (or raspberry, if preferred)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and cardamom. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer or with an electric mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Divide the dough into two discs, wrap in plastic, and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out one disc of dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick. Use a Linzer cookie cutter or two different-sized round cutters to make the bottom and top cookies. For the top cookies, cut out a small shape in the center of each.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar. Spread a small amount of lingonberry jam on the bottom cookies, being careful not to spread it to the edges. Place the tops on and gently press down.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If lingonberry jam is unavailable, you can substitute with raspberry, strawberry, or apricot jam.
- To add a festive touch, try using different shaped cookie cutters for various occasions.
- You can also add finely chopped nuts like almonds or hazelnuts to the dough for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Austrian
