Linzer cookies are impressive yet easy to make. The recipe includes a simple cookie batter and a delicious cranberry jam filling. Perfect for holiday baking!
1: For jam, combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
2: While simmering, zest and juice the orange and add to the pot.
3: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and allow to simmer until jam thickens.
4: Let the jam cool completely before adding to cookies.
5: For cookies, cream together sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
6: Combine dry ingredients and add to the creamed mixture.
7: Flatten dough into plastic wrap and chill for at least an hour, preferably overnight.
8: Roll dough out to 1/4 thickness and cut out shapes, half having a window cut out.
9: Bake at 350°F for 11 to 13 minutes.
10: Allow cookies to cool completely, then assemble with jam filling.
