Irresistible Pistachio Pudding Linzer Cookies in 30 Minutes
A delightful twist on classic Linzer cookies, featuring pistachio pudding for a nutty flavor and soft texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ground pistachios
- 1/4 cup pistachio pudding mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Raspberry jam for filling
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, ground pistachios, and pudding mix.
- Cream butter and sugar until light. Add egg yolk and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture.
- Roll dough into small balls and flatten slightly on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool completely, then spread jam on half the cookies.
- Top with remaining cookies and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft.
- Adjust jam quantity to taste.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.