Linzer Cookies
Ingredients
- 1/2 package refrigerated sugar cookie dough (e.g., Pillsbury)
- 3/4 cup ground almonds (divided)
- 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 cup raspberry (or another favorite) preserves
- confectioner sugar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350. Combine dough, 1/2 cup almonds, flour, vanilla, spices, and zest together. Form 1" balls. Roll balls in remaining almonds. Place 1.5" apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Make a thumbprint and fill with 1/2 tsp preserves. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with confectioner sugar. Store in airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 6 weeks.