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Gluten Free Linzer Cookies.

Nov 7, 2018 by Kelly Roenicke · 23 Comments

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Vegan and gluten free Linzer cookies are a beautiful sweet treat for Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or any occasion. A dusting of powdered sugar makes these cookies look delicate and delicious.

gluten free Linzer cookies

No matter what the holiday or special occasion, these sugar topped gluten free Linzer cookies are the perfect sweet treat.

There’s nothing like an easy cookie recipe that not only looks pretty, tastes great, but also is free of the top allergens. It’s always a nice surprise to find out that a recipe is not only delicious, but allergy friendly, too, right?

These Linzer cookies check off all those boxes. I can’t think of a prettier cookie for your holiday cookie tray.

vegan and gluten free linzer cookies

What are Linzer cookies?

Linzer cookies are a version of the Linzer torte, from the city of Linz, Austria. These are traditionally made with almond flour, but this version is nut free and allergy friendly.

recipe for vegan linzer cookies

Will these cookies work with almond flour or coconut flour?

I haven’t tried these with almond flour or coconut flour. If you try it, you may need more or less liquid. Be prepared to experiment!

What kind of jam should go inside Linzer cookies?

You can use any jam that you like! Red jams, like raspberry or cherry are festive for the holidays, but yellow or orange jams would also be nice! If you don’t like jam, try a chocolate spread or dairy free caramel.

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Gluten free and vegan linzer cookies are a sweet treat that's sure to be appreciated on Valentine's Day!
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Gluten Free Linzer Cookies.

Vegan and gluten free linzer cookies are filled with jam and dusted with sugar for a beautiful and delicious treat!

Course Dessert
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, vegan.
Keyword gluten free holiday cookies, Linzer cookies
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 20 cookies
Calories 192 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • 1 cup vegan buttery spread
  • 1 cup organic cane sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 2 ¾ cups gluten free flour blend I used Namaste Perfect Flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅔ cup raspberry jam
  • powdered sugar
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Place the vegan buttery spread and the sugar in a mixing bowl and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add the unsweetened applesauce and mix until combined.
  2. Add the salt and the gluten free flour a half cup at a time and mix on low speed.
  3. The dough will be quite thick. Divide in half and pat into two discs. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for two hours.
  4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Unwrap one disc of dough and dust with gluten free flour. Dust the rolling pin and surface as well.
  6. Roll the dough to a ¼ inch thickness. Use a linzer cookie cutter to cut out cookies, and then to cut out the shapes for the top layer.
  7. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes. Let cool fully. Repeat above steps with remaining dough.
  8. Dust the tops of the cutout layer with powdered sugar.
  9. Spread jam on the bottom halves of the cookies. Place the cutout cookie on top. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can make the cookie recipe ahead of time, and then just add the jam and powdered sugar when you wish.

These cookies work well with Namaste Perfect Flour Blend, Now Foods Gluten Free Flour, King Arthur Flour, or my gluten free flour mix.

Store leftover cookies in an airtight container. They should stay fresh for up to three days.

Nutrition Facts
Gluten Free Linzer Cookies.
Amount per Serving
Calories
192
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
105
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
14
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
30
g
10
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
16
g
18
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
430
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
13
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.6
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

These pretty cookies are just perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day, really…they are buttery and delicious when filled with jam and dusted with powdered sugar. Not a jam fan? Melt some chocolate and use that instead!

I used some Linzer cookie cutters I found online and I really like them. They’re easy to use, and the perfect size – not too large, not too small.

If you don’t have Linzer cookie cutters, you could create the same effect with round cookie cutters and the round end of an apple corer.

This post was originally published in February 2016. It has been updated with more tips.

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Comments

  1. Jennifer Fonda

    December 14, 2020 at 1:50 pm

    Hi! The linzer cookies look great! Can I use all purpose flout? Thanks so much.

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      December 17, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      Yes, all-purpose flour is fine!

      Reply
  2. Alli

    November 07, 2018 at 1:03 pm

    5 stars
    Hi Kelly
    Quick question….Do these cookies need xanthan gum? I noticed it is not included in your recipe instructions….

    Also, if I am allergic to rice, and cant make your flour blend as is, can you recommend some substitutes for the rice flours that would still work out great…?

    Also, do you know what the weight in grams would be for the 2 3/4 cups of Flour blend in this Linzer Cookie recipe..? Sometimes its easier for me to follow a recipe more precisely each time when I put the flours on a scale for consistency. My cupping isn’t always accurate, and I’ve messed up recipes. :)

    I’m still a newbie Baker. :D

    Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      November 17, 2018 at 7:34 pm

      This recipe for rice free flour looks promising: https://savorthebest.com/ancient-grains-gluten-free-flour-blend/

      I don’t know the weight, I’m sorry!

      No, if your blend doesn’t have xanthan gum, it will be fine. I don’t like using xanthan gum, and I never have any issues.

      Reply
  3. Jacquie

    March 27, 2018 at 4:38 pm

    5 stars
    I love these pretty cookies for special events

    Reply
  4. Kortney

    January 14, 2018 at 9:19 am

    These are such a cute idea for a valentine’s treat! Love the heart windows

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      January 14, 2018 at 8:33 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. Sharon

    January 14, 2018 at 12:43 am

    Your cookies are so pretty! Happy Valentine’s Day!!

    Reply
    • Kelly Roenicke

      January 14, 2018 at 8:34 pm

      Thank you, Sharon!

      Reply
  6. Lauren Gaskill | Making Life Sweet

    February 11, 2016 at 4:13 pm

    Kelly these cookies are simply stunning! Love!

    Reply
  7. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven

    February 11, 2016 at 8:46 am

    How gorgeous are these cookies?? You totally nailed the WOW factor of these, Kelly! I need to try them!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      February 11, 2016 at 3:21 pm

      Thank you! :)

      Reply
  8. Caroline

    February 11, 2016 at 12:34 am

    Your photos are just stunning! I am sure the taste matches it!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      February 11, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  9. Kristy @ Southern In Law

    February 10, 2016 at 8:44 pm

    These are absolutely gorgeous! What a sweet Valentines treat!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      February 11, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  10. Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen

    February 10, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    These cookies are so pretty, Kelly! I think they’d make the perfect Valentine! We don’t do much for Valentine’s Day either. I love that you make heart shaped pizzas! Maybe we’ll do that this year- the kids would love it! :)

    Reply
    • Kelly

      February 11, 2016 at 3:25 pm

      Thank you, Kristine! I bet your kids would love the heart shaped pizzas! :) It’s a fun activity for them to help top them as well!

      Reply
  11. Strength and Sunshine

    February 10, 2016 at 10:15 am

    Beautiful! I’ve never made my own Linzer cookies, but always love that jam filling!

    Reply
    • Kelly

      February 12, 2016 at 12:02 am

      Thank you, Rebecca!

      Reply

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