Festive Raspberry Linzer Thumbprint Cookies
These Festive Raspberry Linzer Thumbprint Cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy day indoors. With a base of versatile 'Anything Goes Cookie Dough,' you can craft these delightful cookies swiftly without the stress of complicated recipes. Each bite combines a buttery dough, slight tartness from fresh lemon peel, and the sweetness of raspberry jam, creating a delicious harmony that will surely brighten your holiday season. Ready in 20 minutes, these cookies make festive baking joyful and easy.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups (None)
Baking soda
1 teaspoon (None)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Becel margarine
1 cup and 2 tablespoons (Softened)
Light brown sugar
1 cup firmly packed (None)
Granulated sugar
1/4 cup (None)
Large eggs
2 (None)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (None)
Toasted sliced almonds
3/4 cup (Toasted)
Lemon peel
1 tablespoon (Grated)
Icing sugar
1/4 cup (For dusting)
Seedless raspberry jam
2/3 cup (For filling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, cream the Becel margarine together with the light brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing until everything is well integrated.
5
Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
6
Gently fold in the toasted sliced almonds and freshly grated lemon peel for added flavor and texture.
7
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9
Immediately upon removal from the oven, use the back of a round measuring spoon to make a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets on a wire rack for 2 minutes before transferring them directly to the rack to cool completely.
11
Once the cookies are cool, dust them lightly with icing sugar.
12
Fill each indentation with approximately half a teaspoon of seedless raspberry jam, serving as a delicious center for each cookie.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Raspberry Linzer Thumbprint Cookies?
These are holiday-themed cookies that combine a buttery dough with fresh lemon peel, toasted almonds, and a sweet raspberry jam center.
How long does it take to prepare this recipe?
These cookies are quick to make and are ready in approximately 20 minutes.
What is the base dough used for these cookies?
The recipe uses a versatile base known as 'Anything Goes Cookie Dough'.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
What type of fat is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup and 2 tablespoons of softened Becel margarine.
What kinds of sugar are used?
The dough uses both light brown sugar and granulated sugar, while icing sugar is used for dusting.
How many eggs do I need?
You will need 2 large eggs for this recipe.
What dry ingredients are included in the dough?
The dry mixture consists of all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
How much flour is required?
The recipe uses 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
How do I prepare the almonds for the recipe?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of sliced almonds that have been toasted.
What flavorings are added to the creamed mixture?
Vanilla extract and freshly grated lemon peel are added for extra flavor.
How do I prepare the baking sheets?
You should line your baking sheets with parchment paper before placing the dough.
How do I mix the ingredients?
Cream the margarine and sugars first, add the eggs and vanilla, then gradually incorporate the flour mixture before folding in the almonds and lemon peel.
How much dough should I use for each cookie?
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheets.
How far apart should I place the cookies?
Space the cookies about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 7 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
How do I create the indentation for the jam?
Immediately after taking them out of the oven, use the back of a round measuring spoon to press a small indentation into the center.
When should I move the cookies to a wire rack?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
When do I add the icing sugar?
Dust the cookies lightly with icing sugar once they have completely cooled.
What type of jam is used for the filling?
The recipe specifies using seedless raspberry jam.
How much jam goes into each cookie?
Fill each indentation with approximately half a teaspoon of jam.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is noted to provide 4 servings.
Is it important to avoid overmixing?
Yes, you should mix the flour into the wet ingredients only until the dough forms to avoid overmixing.
How much lemon peel is needed?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of grated lemon peel.
Can these cookies be used for holiday gatherings?
Yes, they are specifically described as festive and perfect for holiday gatherings.
What is the preparation for the margarine?
The margarine should be softened before you begin the creaming process.
What is the total count of ingredients used?
There are 12 specific ingredients listed for this recipe.
Do I use baking powder or baking soda?
This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
Is the raspberry jam added before or after baking?
The jam is added after the cookies have been baked, cooled, and dusted with sugar.
What texture should the creamed margarine and sugar have?
The mixture should be beaten until it is light and fluffy.