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Sourdough Linzer Cookies<\/strong> are an elegant holiday cookie made of two tender shortbread cookies that sandwich fruit jam and dusted in powdered sugar. This recipe incorporates sourdough discard as a twist on the classic buttery cookie.<\/p>\n

Topped with a snowy dusting of powdered sugar, they\u2019re visually stunning for gifting and store well.<\/p>\n

These Austrian cookies are perfect for gifting (the recipe makes 48 small cookies!), holiday gatherings, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea. Plus, they\u2019re a festive way to use up your sourdough discard and celebrate the holidays.<\/p>\n

The detailed recipe walks through how to make these easy sourdough discard linzer cookies with all of my ingredient recommendations, baking tips, and photos of each step.<\/p>\n

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What are Linzer Cookies?<\/h2>\n

Linzer cookies are a type of sandwich cookie inspired by the Linzer Torte<\/a>, a traditional Austrian dessert, from the city of Linz. They\u2019re somewhat similar to Knots Berry Farm or Pepperidge Farm jammy cookies!<\/p>\n

These shortbread cookies are made with a buttery, nut-based dough, typically incorporating ground almonds like in this recipe, hazelnuts, or walnuts. The ground nuts give them a rich and slightly crumbly texture.<\/p>\n

While similar to thumbprint cookies, linzer cookies are made of two cookies that are sandwiched together with a layer of fruit jam in between. Raspberry and apricot jam are common which I use here, and the top cookie is often cut out like a windowpane to reveal the filling in a decorative pattern. Patterns may include hearts (great for Valentine\u2019s Day cookies), circles, diamonds, stars, and more.<\/p>\n

Linzer cookies are usually dusted with powdered sugar, adding a festive snowy touch that makes them a popular choice for Christmas baking.<\/p>\n

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