Sugar Free Sour Cream Linzer Cookies

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 11
Sugar Free Sour Cream Linzer Cookies for a guilt-free treat
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Prep

15 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated artificial sweetener
1/3 cup sour cream
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup ground almonds
1/2 cup raspberry preserves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
105
Sugar
1g
Fat
9g
Linzer cookies originated in Austria and are generally made with flour, sugar, butter, almonds, and raspberry jam. This recipe replaces sugar with artificial sweetener and uses almond flour, which makes it a healthier version of traditional Linzer cookies. The cookies have a delicious nutty and fruity flavor that will satisfy any sweet craving. The best part is that they are sugar-free, so you can indulge without guilt!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sweetener until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
4.Mix in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and ground almonds.
5.Roll the dough out between two sheets of baking paper to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
6.Cut out cookies using a cookie cutter.
7.Place half of the cookies on a baking sheet and spoon a little raspberry preserves on each one; spread the preserves evenly.
8.Cover with the remaining cookies, pressing down lightly around the edges.
9.Bake for 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown.
10.Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are a healthier version of traditional Linzer cookies, perfect for those on a sugar-free diet.

They are easy to make and have a deliciously nutty and fruity flavor.

CONS

The cookies may be a little crumbly and delicate due to the almond flour.

They are still a calorie-dense treat, so it is essential to eat them in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These cookies are perfect for those on a low-sugar diet, as they use artificial sweetener instead of granulated sugar.
The almond flour used in the recipe is lower in carbs and higher in fiber than regular flour, which may help with weight management.
Raspberry preserves contain antioxidants and phytochemicals that may help prevent chronic diseases.

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