Description
Strawberry Jam-Filled Linzer Stars are a delightful treat that combines buttery, crumbly cookies with a luscious strawberry jam center. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies evoke warm memories and are sure to impress your friends and family. With their stunning appearance and irresistible flavor, they make for an Instagram-worthy dessert that everyone will love. Follow this simple recipe to create these charming cookies that are perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cozy cup of tea.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Cream the butter and granulated sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms; avoid overworking.
- Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut into star shapes, making half with a hole in the center.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Once cooled, spread strawberry jam on solid stars and top with cut-out stars; dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Substitute strawberry jam with raspberry or apricot for a different flavor twist. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. You can freeze unbaked dough or baked cookies; layer them between parchment paper.