Description
Caramel Hazelnut Linzer Cookies are a heavenly indulgence that combines rich hazelnut flavors with a sweet caramel filling, nestled between two buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy evenings at home. With their crispy edges and alluring aroma, they promise to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cookies are sure to be the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup toasted hazelnuts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather mixing bowl, rolling pin, cookie cutters, and parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, cornstarch, and ground hazelnuts until just combined.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least one hour.
- Roll out chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface; cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around edges; cool on wire racks.
- Spread caramel on half of the cookies; top with cutout cookies and dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg