Landau Cookies Recipe

Grandma's secret recipe! These irresistible Landau Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious. A rich, buttery base studded with walnuts and a decadent chocolate layer, finished with a hint of raspberry (optional). Get ready for your new favorite cookie recipe!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 150.2 kcal

Protein 4g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Landau Cookies

Butter
Egg Yolk
Orange Juice
Flour
Sugar
Baking Powder
Eggs
Vanilla Extract
Walnuts
Chocolate Chips
Raspberries

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How to Make Landau Cookies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together 2 large eggs, ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar, and ½ cup (113g) melted unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
Beat in 4 teaspoons vanilla extract and 1 cup (100g) chopped walnuts.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Press half of the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Return to the oven for 1-2 minutes, or until chocolate is melted.
Remove from oven and spread the melted chocolate evenly.
Spread the remaining cookie dough over the chocolate layer.
(Optional) Spread ¼ cup raspberry puree over the top layer.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.