Pecan Linzer Cookies with Cherry Filling Recipe

Name: Pecan Linzer Cookies with Cherry Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 3/4 cup pecan halves, toasted (see page 115); 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar, plus more for sprinkling; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup cherry jam, strained

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup pecan halves, toasted (see page 115)
2 tablespoons confectioners sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg
1/2 cup cherry jam, strained

1
Sift flour and baking powder together into a bowl.
2
Pulse pecans, confectioners sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a food processor until finely ground; transfer to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
3
Add butter and granulated sugar; beat on medium speed until fluffy.
4
Mix in vanilla and egg.
5
Reduce speed to low.
6
Add flour mixture; mix until combined.
7
Halve dough; shape into disks.
8
Wrap each in plastic; refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.
9
Preheat oven to 375F.
10
Working with one disk at a time, roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thick.
11
Refrigerate 20 minutes.
12
Cut out squares with a 2-inch fluted cutter.
13
Cut out centers of half the squares with a 1/2-inch heart cutter; reroll scraps.
14
Space 2 inches apart on parchment paperlined baking sheets.
15
Bake squares and hearts until pale golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
16
Transfer to racks to cool.
17
Meanwhile, heat jam in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced and thickened, about 7 minutes; let cool.
18
Sprinkle cutout cookies with confectioners sugar.
19
Spread jam onto uncut squares; top with cutout ones.
20
Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 3/4 cup pecan halves, toasted (see page 115), 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar, plus more for sprinkling, and more.

Yes, Pecan Linzer Cookies with Cherry Filling falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pecan Linzer Cookies with Cherry Filling

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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