Linzer thumbprint cookies

One dough, two cookies. We love these tender and buttery shortbread cookies and they are an absolute MUST at Christmas.

If you’re a fan of a Linzer torte, you’ll love these cookies. If you’ve yet to try this famous Austrian dessert, just imagine shortbread crust spread with sweet fruit jam and covered with a lattice top — irresistible, just like these bite-size versions!

Raspberry thumbprint cookies are a perfect dessert for Valentine's Day, Christmas or any time of year! Learn how to make these thumbprint cookies with icing, including the best time to add jam to your cookies. Should you add jam before, during or after baking? I'm sharing my results for this classic cookie recipe.

'Tis the season for sweet treats and festive flavors! These Linzer Thumbprint Christmas Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic favorite!

Pecan - Raspberry Linzer Thumbprint Cookies - Diamond Nuts

For a cookie that offers both flavor and visual appeal, consider making Linzer thumbprint cookies. The unique combination of almond and raspberry jam creates a delicious treat.

Sweet, buttery, and bursting with flavor, these Linzer Cookies are made with a delicate almond dough and a jam-filled center—perfect for the holidays or any occasion.

Linzer cookies with raspberry jam filling are the ultimate Christmas cookie! Delicate and delicious, they are major showstoppers for your holiday cookie platters and swaps! And they make for such a fun family baking project too!

Delicious Raspberry and Almond Shortbread Thumbprints Cookies - Shortbread thumbprint cookie filled with raspberry jam, and drizzled with glaze.

Thumbprint cookies are a Christmas classic, and I especially like my updated version with pistachios. The rich, buttery bites are not only delicious, but they are also pretty enough to give for gifts—if you manage to share them! —Laura Murphy, Columbus, Mississippi