Naturipe Cranberry Linzer Cookies

DIRECTIONS

Make Filling:

1. Simmer cranberries, sugar, water, lemon juice, and salt 8–10 minutes.
2. Mash lightly; cool completely.
3. Blend if you prefer a smooth filling.

Make Cookies:

1. Cream butter and sugar.
2. Add egg and vanilla.
3. Whisk flours, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine dry and wet ingredients.
5. Chill dough 1 hour.
6. Roll dough ⅛–¼ inch thick.
7. Cut full circles + window circles.
8. Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes. Cool.
9. Dust tops with powdered sugar.
10. Spread filling on bottoms and sandwich.

Pro Tips:

For the best texture, slightly under-bake the cookies.