Swiss Sandwich Cookies (spitzbuben) Recipe

Name: Swiss Sandwich Cookies (spitzbuben)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/4 cups confectioners sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 2 1/2 sticks (1 1/4 cups) unsalted butter, softened; 2 teaspoons powdered egg whites; 2 tablespoons warm water; 1/4 cup sanding or granulated sugar; 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam; 1/2 cup apricot preserves, strained

Servings: persons

1
Sift together flour, confectioners sugar, vanilla powder, and salt.
2
Heat butter with an electric mixer until creamy.
3
Mix in flour mixture at low speed just until blended.
4
Form dough into a disk and chill, wrapped in plastic wrap, until firm, about 1 hour.
5
Preheat oven to 300F.
6
Roll out dough slightly less than 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface and cut out 1 1/2-inch rounds.
7
Arrange 1 inch apart on greased baking sheets.
8
Reroll scraps once (cookies become tough if dough is worked too much).
9
Whisk together powdered egg whites and water.
10
Brush cookies with egg whites and sprinkle with sanding sugar.
11
Bake cookies in batches in middle of oven until pale golden, 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool.
12
Sandwich jam and preserves between unsugared sides of cookies, filling half with raspberry and half with apricot.

1139

kcal

Calories

Fat

145

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 cups confectioners sugar, 1 tablespoon vanilla powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Swiss Sandwich Cookies (spitzbuben) 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.

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Swiss Sandwich Cookies (spitzbuben)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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