Czechoslovakian Cookies
Celebrate the perfect blend of buttery richness, fruity sweetness, and nutty crunch with these classic Czechoslovakian Cookies! This irresistible dessert features a soft, golden crust layered with luscious apricot or raspberry jam, topped with a delightful walnut mixture for a crumble-like finish. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple ingredients like unsalted butter, chopped walnuts, and vanilla, these cookies come together effortlessly for a truly show-stopping treat. Perfect for holidays, afternoon tea, or cookie exchanges, these layered gems capture timeless European flavors in every bite. Serve them as squares or bars to add a touch of elegance to any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 230 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 200 grams apricot or raspberry jam
- 150 grams walnuts, finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x13 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined to form a soft dough.
Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer. Reserve the remaining third of the dough for later.
Spread the apricot or raspberry jam evenly over the dough base, leaving a small margin along the edges.
In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly and stir them into the finely chopped walnuts until well coated.
Crumble the reserved dough over the jam layer, then sprinkle the walnut and egg mixture evenly on top, pressing it gently into the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely in the pan before slicing them into squares or bars.
Serve and enjoy these deliciously layered Czechoslovakian cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 311.6 g | 399% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.1 g | 640% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 881 mg | 294% | |
| Sodium | 1272 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 581.8 g | 212% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 305.0 g | ||
| Protein | 68.0 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1343 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
