Shortcut Linzer Cookies

By salizler

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Ingredients

3/4 cup butter (no substitutes), softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg yolk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 c. finely crushed pecans (optional)
2 tablespoons raspberry or strawberry jam
confectioners' sugar

Details

Level of difficulty Average
Cost Average budget

Preparation

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg yolk; mix well. Stir in the flour and pecans. On a lightly floured surface, gently knead dough for 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly combined.

Step 2

Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indention in the center of each. Fill each with 1/4 teaspoon jam. Bake at 350 degrees for 13-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks. Dust warm cookies with confectioners' sugar if desired. Cool.