Description
These Linzer Heart Cookies with Chocolate Filling are a delightful twist on the classic Linzer cookie. Made with buttery almond dough and filled with a rich, smooth chocolate filling, these heart-shaped cookies are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup ground almonds (or almond flour)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
For the Chocolate Filling:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For Dusting:
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground almonds, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up. - Roll Out the Dough:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies. For each cookie, make one solid heart and one heart with a smaller heart cut-out in the center (so you can see the chocolate filling once assembled). Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets. - Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. - Make the Chocolate Filling:
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract. Let the chocolate filling cool to room temperature so it thickens slightly, but still remains spreadable. - Assemble the Cookies:
Spread a thin layer of chocolate filling on the solid heart-shaped cookie. Top with the heart-shaped cookie with the cut-out center to form a sandwich.
Optionally, dust the top cookie with powdered sugar for a pretty finish. - Serve and Enjoy:
Serve these delicious Linzer heart cookies as a sweet treat for Valentine’s Day, special events, or just to brighten up your day!
Notes
- Make sure the chocolate filling is not too runny when assembling the cookies; let it cool to room temperature to achieve the right consistency.
- These cookies are best enjoyed within 3-4 days, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg