Linzer Stars

Vegetarian
Linzer Stars
45 min.
20
171kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Linzer Stars, a charming treat that brings a touch of elegance to any gathering. These beautiful, star-shaped cookies are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, making them the perfect addition to your antipasti platter, starter selection, or as a sweet snack to enjoy with friends and family. With a rich history rooted in Austrian cuisine, Linzer Stars are a vegetarian delight that will impress even the most discerning palates.

What sets these cookies apart is their unique combination of slivered almonds, aromatic cinnamon, and a luscious raspberry jam filling that creates a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookie pairs perfectly with the tartness of the jam, making each bite a delightful experience. Plus, with a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these treats in no time, whether for a festive occasion or a cozy afternoon snack.

Not only are Linzer Stars a feast for the eyes, but they also offer a satisfying crunch and a sweet surprise in the center. With only 171 calories per cookie, you can enjoy these delectable bites without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let the aroma of freshly baked cookies fill your kitchen. Your friends and family will be begging for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons rum dark
  • large eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.8 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 cup raspberry jam seedless
  • 0.5 teaspoons sea salt fine
  • 1.3 cups slivered almonds 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. Pulse flour, almonds, cinnamon, and salt ina food processor until almonds are finelyground (no larger than poppy seeds).
  2. Using an electric mixer at medium speed,beat sugar and butter in a large bowl untilfluffy, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add egg; beat untilwell blended, about 1 minute. Beat in rumand vanilla. Reduce speed to low; add dryingredients. Beat dough just to blend; gentlyknead if necessary to form a ball.
  4. Divide dough in half.
  5. Place each halfbetween sheets of parchment or waxedpaper. Working with 1 piece at a time, flattendough into a disk; roll dough, occasionallylifting paper on both sides for easier rolling,until 1/8" thick. Chill dough in paper until veryfirm, at least 2 hours. DO AHEAD: Dough canbe made 2 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.
  6. Arrange a rack in middle of oven andpreheat to 375°F. Line 2 baking sheets withparchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  7. Working with 1 dough disk at a time,remove top sheet of paper and, using 2"star cookie cutter, cut out cookies.
  8. Transferto baking sheets, placing 1/2" apart; chill.Repeat with remaining dough. Gatherscraps; repeat rolling, chilling, and cuttinguntil dough is used.
  9. Using 1/2" star cookie cutter, cut out a starfrom the center of half the cookies. Workingin batches, bake cookies until light goldenbrown, dry, and just firm to the touch, 11-13minutes. (Cookies will firm up as they cool.)
  10. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool. DO AHEAD:Cookies can be baked 2 days ahead. Storeairtight at room temperature.
  11. Bring jam and 1 teaspoon water to a boil in asmall saucepan; let cool slightly.
  12. Arrange whole cookies flat side up.Spoon 1 teaspoon cooled jam in the center ofeach, dabbing slightly to spread. Arrangecookies with cutouts flat side down on awire rack; dust with powdered sugar. Setatop whole cookies, lining up star pointsand allowing jam to push up slightly throughcenter. DO AHEAD: Linzer Stars can beassembled 8 hours ahead. Store airtight atroom temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein6.66%
Fat44.23%
Carbs49.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.5
Glycemic Load
13.07
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.2939130754574%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.18mg
Catechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.19mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:171.11kcal
8.56%
Fat:8.55g
13.16%
Saturated Fat:3.28g
20.52%
Carbohydrates:21.37g
7.12%
Net Carbohydrates:20.03g
7.29%
Sugar:11.14g
12.37%
Cholesterol:21.5mg
7.17%
Sodium:65.38mg
2.84%
Alcohol:0.18g
100%
Alcohol %:0.57%
100%
Protein:2.9g
5.79%
Vitamin E:2.02mg
13.47%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.2%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.8%
Selenium:4.51µg
6.45%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.07%
Folate:22.61µg
5.65%
Magnesium:22.37mg
5.59%
Fiber:1.34g
5.36%
Phosphorus:52.82mg
5.28%
Copper:0.1mg
5.01%
Iron:0.81mg
4.49%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.12%
Vitamin A:155.91IU
3.12%
Calcium:27.1mg
2.71%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.25%
Potassium:75.15mg
2.15%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.22%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious