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Gingerbread Linzer Cookies

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These festive Gingerbread Linzer Cookies combine classic holiday spices with a sweet jam center and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for celebrations, gifting, or cozy winter afternoons, they’re easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam or seedless preserves (or apricot/cherry/cranberry sauce)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter and brown sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Beat in the egg and molasses until fully combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined.
  5. Divide dough in half, wrap each in plastic wrap, flatten into disks, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out rounds using Linzer or round cutters. For half the cookies, cut a small shape from the center.
  7. Transfer cookies to parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set and cookies feel slightly firm to the touch. Rotate tray halfway through if needed.
  9. Remove cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely before assembling.
  10. Spread about 1/2 teaspoon jam on the bottom side of each solid cookie. Top with a cut-out cookie and gently press to sandwich.
  11. Sift powdered sugar over assembled cookies for a snowy finish. Serve or store as desired.

Notes

Chill dough for best shape and texture. Use seedless jam for a vibrant look. For gluten-free or vegan adaptations, swap flour and butter as needed. Roll dough between parchment for easy cleanup. Cookies travel well and can be frozen unfilled for up to 2 months.

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