Ischlers

Directions

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   MAKE DOUGH:.
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   Pulse almonds and sugar in a food processor until the texture of coarse meal.
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   Transfer to a bowl.
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   Pulse flour and butter in food processor until the consistency of coarse meal.
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   Add yolks and lemon juice; pulse.
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   Add almond mixture and lemon zest and pulse until dough comes together.
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   Remove from processor and knead once or twice to combine.
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   Pat into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to overnight.
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   BAKING COOKIES -- 2+ hours later:.
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    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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    On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough 1/4-inch thick.
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    Using a 2-inch round cookie cutter, cut rounds and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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    Bake until golden brown on edges, about 18 minutes.
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    (Be careful!
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    These little discs burn fast!
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    ).
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    Let cool.
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    GANACHE - can me made ahead while dough in fridge or later while baking:.
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    Bring cream to a boil and pour over chocolate.
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    Let stand 5 minutes; stir until smooth.
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    Let cool.
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    Whisk until thick.<~ I don't b/c I always get a weird texture.
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    MAKING YUMMY SANDWICHES = Assembly line family time:.
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    Spread 1 teaspoon jam onto one cookie,
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    Then sandwich with a second cookie.
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    Spread with a bit of ganache on top.
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    -OR-.
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    ganache in the center & Jam on top shows the pretty jam color, but can't stack them
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    Chill before serving.