Strawberry White Ganache Linzer Cookies bring a soft, nutty cookie together with a creamy center and a pop of strawberry. These remind me of baking beside my grandmother, pressing dough scraps together and sneaking tastes of filling. They look special but stay very doable, even on a busy afternoon.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Soft, tender linzer texture
• Smooth white chocolate center
• Balanced strawberry flavor
• Clean cut shapes
• Great for sharing

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Prep: 35 minutes
• Cook: 12 minutes
• Total: 47 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ⅔ cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup almond flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt

White Ganache

• ¾ cup white chocolate chips
• ⅓ cup heavy cream

Strawberry Layer

• ½ cup strawberry jam, smooth

Swap: Use seedless jam for cleaner layers.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat cream until steaming. Pour over white chocolate. Stir until smooth. Cool.
2. Cream butter and sugar until light. Add egg and vanilla. Mix well.
3. Stir in flours and salt until dough forms. Chill for 20 minutes.
4. Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut solid bases and window tops.
5. Bake at 350°F for 11–12 minutes. Cool fully.
6. Spread white ganache on bases. Add a thin layer of jam.
7. Top with cut cookies and press gently.

Serving Suggestions

• Dust lightly with powdered sugar
• Serve with tea or coffee
• Plate on parchment for gifting

Quick Tips or Variations

• Chill dough again if it softens
• Use heart or round cutters
• Add lemon zest to dough

FAQs

What are strawberry white ganache linzer cookies made of?

Strawberry White Ganache Linzer Cookies use almond-based cookies filled with white chocolate ganache and strawberry jam.

Can I use strawberry jam instead of fresh strawberries in linzer cookies?

Yes. Jam works best and keeps the cookies stable.

How do you keep linzer cookies from spreading while baking?

Chill the dough and bake on a cool sheet.

How should strawberry white ganache linzer cookies be stored?

Store covered at room temperature for two days.

Conclusion

Strawberry White Ganache Linzer Cookies feel classic, comforting, and thoughtful. They bring color, texture, and balance to any cookie tray.

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