Linzer Valentine Hearts

Celebrate love and sweetness with these irresistible Linzer Valentine Hearts, a classic European-inspired cookie reimagined for romantic occasions. Featuring a buttery shortbread base made with almond flour for a delicate nutty undertone, these heart-shaped treats are accentuated with warming hints of cinnamon and filled with sweet, tangy raspberry jam. Each cookie is elegantly adorned with a powdered sugar-dusted top, creating a charming stained-glass effect through the cut-out window. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special moment, these cookies not only look stunning but are melt-in-your-mouth delicious. With just 12 minutes of baking time and simple ingredients, they’re ideal for gifting, sharing, or indulging on your own.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 230 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams almond flour
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 180 grams raspberry jam
• 30 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two portions, flatten each into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

Remove one dough disc from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 3-4mm thickness.

Step 8

Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out an even number of hearts. Use a smaller heart-shaped cutter to cut out windows in the center of half of the cookies.

Step 9

Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2cm apart. Gather and re-roll the scraps as needed.

Step 10

Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 11

Spread a thin layer of raspberry jam on the flat side of each solid heart cookie (without the cut-out).

Step 12

Dust the heart cookies with cut-out windows generously with powdered sugar, then gently sandwich them onto the jam-covered cookies.

Step 13

Store the Linzer Valentine Hearts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(947.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4278.2

Total Fat 239.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 502.1mg	0%
Sodium 644.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 492.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 274.8g
Protein 49.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310.5mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 331.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 45.6%