Lemon Vanilla Cream Linzer Cookies

Instead of jam, these Linzers are filled with rich vanilla cream, turning them into mini tart-like cakes. Because the cream has higher moisture, fill these close to serving time.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 12 mins
Total Time 1 hr 12 mins
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 275 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Rolling pin
  • Cutters
  • Piping bag

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter.

Tip: Sandy texture is key.
2

Add juice, zest, and egg. Knead, chill 30 mins.

Tip: Hydrates flour.
3

Roll, cut, bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10-12 mins.

Tip: Watch them closely.
4

Cool completely.

Tip: Warm cookies melt cream.
5

Sandwich with cream.

Tip: Use piping bag for neatness.

Recipe FAQ

How long do they last?
Contains dairy cream, so keep refrigerated and eat within 2-3 days.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2/3 cup Cold Butter
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 piece Zest of 1 Lemon
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 3/4 cup Thick Vanilla Pudding or Pastry Cream (cold)