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    Modified: Nov 14, 2024 · Published: Feb 8, 2022 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

    Best Linzer Cookie Recipe without Almond Flour

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    Traditionally, linzer cookies use ground almonds in the cookie recipes. But if you don’t want almonds in your diet, here’s how to make the Best Linzer Cookie Recipe Without Almond Flour.

    Linzer cookies are popular Christmas and Valentine's day cookies. They typically consist of two sheets of almond cookies sandwiched with a fruit jam. A shape is cut out in the top cookie so you can see the jam inside.

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    • Ingredients For Best Linzer Cookie Recipe Without Almond Flour
    • How To Make Nut-Free Linzer Cookies
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    • FAQs For Linzer Cookies Recipe Without Almond Flour
    • Jam Recipes
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    Homemade Linzer Cookies Without Almonds

    These cookies are perfect for anyone with nut allergies, as they taste remarkably similar to shortbread cookies. Although they may appear complicated, this classic sandwich cookie is simple to make.

    These cookies are not only deliciously buttery and crumbly, but they also offer endless possibilities for filling flavors - raspberry, apricot, or even chocolate! Plus, making them at home means you can control the ingredients and customize them as you like.

    Christmas Cookie Reicpes

    These Linzer cookies are great for a Christmas cookie exchange. During the holiday season, cookie exchanges are a great way to share treats and discover new recipes. Here are some of our favorite Christmas cookies:

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    Ingredients For Best Linzer Cookie Recipe Without Almond Flour

    • All-purpose flour: This is the basic flour you can use for almost any baking.
    • Unsalted room temperature butter: It should be soft so it mixes well with the other ingredients.
    • Sugar: You can use regular white sugar.
    • Egg yolks from large eggs: Act as a binding agent in the recipe.
    • Lemon zest: It gives a fresh, zesty flavor to your cookies.
    • Vanilla extract: Adds a rich flavor.
    • Jam or preserves: Used for the filling in the cookies.

    How To Make Nut-Free Linzer Cookies

    Mix the room temperature butter in the stand mixer bowl until light and fluffy, and then add sugar and continue mixing. Next, add in egg yolks, lemon zest and vanilla extract and continue mixing. Finally, add in flour and mix until just combined.

    ball of dough in a stand mixer

    Make two round balls out of the dough by dividing it in half. Wrap them in the plastic wrap and place them in the refrigerator to chill overnight.

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

    On a lightly floured surface, roll out the balls of dough using a rolling pin.

    Cut out the cookies with the scalloped cookie cutter. On half of the cookies, use the smaller inner linzer cookie cutter to make a smaller cut out in the middle of the cookie.

    Place parchment paper on your baking sheet. Place cookie tops and bottoms onto the sheet.

    Bake for 9 minutes until very lightly golden on edges. Oven temperatures vary so keep an eye on the cookies.

    Remove from oven and place on wire rack to cool. Once the cookies have cooled, add a small amount of jam filling (whatever flavor you prefer) to the bottoms and press the top cookie with cutout lightly onto the bottom cookie.

    Linzer cookies on a white plate

    You can even choose to dust these shortbread linzer cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

    Linzer cookies on a white plate

    Although linzer cookies are often made with almond flour, you don’t have to use it to make a delicious version. These cookies taste just as good while being nut free.

    Linzer cookies on a white plate on a black and white cloth with a pink background

    Tips For Making Linzer Cookies No Almond Flour

    Tip 1: Use cookie cutters with sharp edges for clean cuts. Dip the cutters in flour if they start to stick.

    Tip 2: Use a thick, seedless jam or preserve to fill the cookies. Raspberry is traditional, but you can experiment with other flavors.

    FAQs For Linzer Cookies Recipe Without Almond Flour

    What kind of jam can I use in this easy linzer cookie recipe?

    You can use a variety of jams depending on your taste. Raspberry jam is the most popular type of filling, but strawberry jam and apricot jam are delicious too.

    Why are they called Linzer cookies?

    This Linzer Cookie Recipe makes a tasty cookie that gets its name from the city of Linz, in Austria.

    How to store Linzer cookies?

    They will last 2-3 days stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

    What kind of cookie cutter do I need for linzer cookies?

    For Linzer cookies, use a cookie cutter set with two parts: a larger cutter for the base and a smaller one to make a window in the top cookie. The smaller cutter can be any shape, like a heart or star, to show off the jam filling.

    Jam Recipes

    Making homemade jam is a delightful and delicious alternative to buying it at the store and it lets you make unique flavors while using fresh ingredients. The satisfaction of spreading your own jam on toast or using it in desserts is very rewarding.

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    Tools Needed For Linzer Cookies

    To make Linzer cookies, you'll need a few essential kitchen tools. Mixing bowls and an electric mixer are great to have on hand. A rolling pin is needed for rolling out the dough evenly, and a Linzer cookie cutter set will help you create the classic shape with a window for the jam.

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    Best Linzer Cookie Recipe without Almond Flour

    Vicky
    Traditionally, linzer cookies use ground almonds. But if you don’t want almonds in your diet, here’s how to make the best homemade linzer cookies without almond flour.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 9 minutes mins
    Total Time 29 minutes mins
    Course cookies
    Cuisine Dessert
    Servings 36
    Calories 133 kcal

    Equipment

    • stand mixer

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    Ingredients
      

    • 2 ½ sticks unsalted butter room temperature
    • ⅔ cup sugar
    • 4 egg yolks
    • 1 lemon; zested
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 ¼ cups all purpose unbleached organic flour
    • 1 cup jam of choice

    Instructions
     

    • In a stand mixer bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) of room temperature unsalted butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar and continue mixing until well combined.
    • Mix in 2 large egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until everything is thoroughly combined.
    • Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour to the mixture and blend just until the dough comes together.
    • Divide the dough into two equal parts, shape into round balls, and wrap them in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight to let them firm up.
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to prevent sticking.
    • Use a scalloped cookie cutter to shape your cookies. For half of them, use a smaller Linzer cutter to make a cutout in the center.
    • Place parchment paper on baking sheet. Place cookie tops and bottoms onto the sheet.
    • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place your cookie tops and bottoms on it. Bake for about 9 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden, keeping an eye on them as ovens may vary.
    • Move the baked cookies to a cooling rack. Once cool, spread a small dollop of your choice of jam on the bottom cookies. Gently press the top cookies with the cutout onto the jam-covered bottoms.
    • Dust the tops with powdered sugar if you'd like for a sweet finish.

    Notes

    • You can totally mix it up with different jams based on what you like. Raspberry jam is the classic go-to, but strawberry and apricot jams are super tasty options too!
    • Use cookie cutters with sharp edges to get nice, clean cuts. If they start sticking, just dip them in a bit of flour.
    Nutritional information here is approximate and calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information can vary depending on numerous factors. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 24mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 226IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Colleen says

      February 08, 2022 at 5:51 pm

      5 stars
      These cookies are so cute, and I have a niece who has a tree nut allergy, so I am excited to make these for her!

      Reply
    2. Andrea says

      February 08, 2022 at 5:29 pm

      5 stars
      Oh do these look marvelous and easy to make. Will be making these with the grandkids.

      Reply
    3. Dana Sandonato says

      February 08, 2022 at 4:23 pm

      5 stars
      I've always wanted to make cookies like this, but they looked so intimidating (I don't bake often). But these were so easy and so so rewarding because damn, are they ever good! I definitely spent a good 10 minutes admiring them before digging in, though 🙂

      Reply
    4. Alison says

      February 08, 2022 at 3:45 pm

      5 stars
      These Linzer cookies are just as good as the ones with almond flour! Nice and crisp!

      Reply
    5. veenaazmanov says

      February 08, 2022 at 3:40 pm

      5 stars
      Cant wait to try your recipe. These cookies look so delicious and tempting and I love your unique recipe too.

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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