Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to indulge in sweet, homemade treats, and these Nutella Linzer Heart Cookies are the ultimate romantic dessert. With a buttery shortbread base, a dusting of powdered sugar, and a luscious Nutella filling, these cookies are both elegant and irresistible. Shaped like hearts, they are a delightful way to show love and make a thoughtful homemade gift. Whether you’re baking for a loved one or simply treating yourself, these cookies will bring warmth and joy to your celebration.
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Filling & Topping:
3/4 cup Nutella (or more, as needed)
1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Dough: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Roll and Cut: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out the cookies. For half of the cookies, cut a smaller heart from the center to create the top layer.
Bake: Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool completely.
Assemble the Cookies: Spread a generous layer of Nutella on the whole heart cookies. Place the cut-out heart cookies on top, pressing gently.
Final Touch: Dust the tops with powdered sugar for a classic Linzer cookie look.
Cook & Prep Times
Prep Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: About 20 sandwich cookies
Baking Pro Tips
Chill the dough: This ensures the cookies hold their shape while baking.
Even rolling: Roll out the dough evenly to maintain uniform thickness for perfectly baked cookies.
Use a piping bag for Nutella: For a neater filling, pipe Nutella onto the base cookie instead of spreading it with a knife.
Let cookies cool completely: This prevents the Nutella from melting and making the cookies messy.
Store properly: Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutella Linzer Heart Cookies are a perfect way to celebrate love and sweetness. With their crisp yet tender texture and indulgent filling, they make an elegant addition to any Valentine’s Day spread. Whether served alongside a cup of tea or packaged as a gift, these cookies are bound to impress. Bake a batch and share the love!