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Citrus Linzer Cookies served
Refreshing Linzer cookies with lemon and orange

Zesty Citrus Linzer Cookies

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
A holiday variation of the classic Linzer, where citrus zest in the dough harmonizes with orange marmalade filling. The butter-rich dough carries the essential oils well, keeping flavors intense for days. The melt-in-your-mouth dough contrasts perfectly with the sticky jam.
🕒 Prep Time 25 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Pastry board
  • Linzer cutters
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix flour, confectioners' sugar, baking powder, and salt. Rub in cold butter until it resembles wet sand.

Tip: Use the coldest butter possible to ensure flaky cookies.
2 ✓

Add zests, lemon juice, and egg. Knead quickly, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.

Tip: Zest citrus immediately before use to prevent essential oils from evaporating.
3 ✓

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness, cut shapes (half solid, half with center holes).

Tip: Ensure rims of cutout cookies aren't too thin, or they will burn.
4 ✓

Bake 12-15 minutes until pale golden.

Tip: Don't overbake! They should remain light, with just the edges browning.
5 ✓

Sandwich cooled cookies with orange marmalade and dust with sugar.

Tip: Wait a day before eating to allow the jam to soften the cookies.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the shape deform?
The dough was likely too warm. After cutting, put the tray back in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2/3 cup Cold Butter
  • 2/3 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 piece Zest of 1 Orange
  • 1 piece Zest of 1 Lemon
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 cup Orange Marmalade or Jam
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1/4 cup Confectioners' Sugar (for dusting)