Peanut Butter & Jelly Linzers Cookies Recipe
I just made the most delicious Peanut Butter & Jelly Linzer cookies, and I'm excited to share the recipe!
With flavorful peanut butter and sweet jelly in every bite, these cookies are a delightful twist on a classic.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls: You'll need a couple of these for making the dough.
- Rolling Pin: To roll out the dough evenly.
- Linzer cookie cutters: These create the signature shape with holes on top.
- Baking sheets: For baking our cookies.
- Cooling rack: To cool the cookies efficiently.
- Having all the right tools makes the process smoother and more enjoyable. 🥄
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter works best.
- ½ cup sugar: Sweetens the dough just right.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Adds a bit of aroma.
- 1 egg: Helps bind the dough together.
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour: Gives structure to the cookies.
- ½ cup raspberry jelly: Or your favorite type of jam!
- Grab these ingredients to get started.
It’s always nice to see familiar pantry staples transform into something extraordinary. 🍓
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the cookies bake evenly.
- Mix peanut butter, sugar, vanilla, and egg in a bowl until smooth.
- Add flour gradually, stirring until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness.
- Cut out circles using the Linzer cookie cutters. Make sure to cut out smaller holes in half the circles.
- Place cookies on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden.
- Cool cookies on a rack, then spread jelly on the bottom circles and top with the hole-cut circles.
I love watching these cookies take shape, literally!
Notes
Feel free to experiment a bit!
Try different jellies for a variety of flavors.
You could also dust the tops with a bit of powdered sugar for a sweet, snowy touch.
Make sure not to overbake as they can dry out quickly. 😊
Baking these cookies is a fun journey. Each batch brings unique charm and a burst of flavor. Can't wait to bake them again! 🍪