Lemon Banana Linzer Cookies

A modern twist: thick, creamy banana jam adheres perfectly to tart, lemon-zested linzer cookies. Banana's pectin makes filling stable.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 12 mins
Total Time 1 hr 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 270 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Rolling pin
  • Linzer cutters
  • Mixer (optional)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Rub cold butter into flour, sugar, and lemon zest.

Tip: Work fast, keep cold.
2

Add yolk, knead into ball. Chill 30 mins.

Tip: Yolk adds tenderness.
3

Roll out, cut shapes. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10-12 mins (pale).

Tip: Use parchment.
4

Cool completely.

Tip: Breaks when warm.
5

Sandwich with jam.

Tip: Mashed banana with lemon works if consumed immediately.

Recipe FAQ

Dough too soft.
Too warm, or butter melted. Fridge for 20 mins!

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Cold Butter
  • 3/4 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 1 whole Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 cup Banana Jam (or thick puree)