Linzer Torte

Linzer Torte

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Linzer Torte is a traditional Austrian dessert that consists of a rich buttery pastry base filled with a thick layer of fruit preserves, typically raspberry, and topped with a lattice crust. It’s usually flavored with almonds, cinnamon, and lemon zest, giving it a deliciously sweet and slightly tangy flavor.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Austrian, European
Calories: 645

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup ground almonds
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup raspberry preserves
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
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Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch tart pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, cinnamon, and lemon zest.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  6. Divide the dough in half and press one half into the bottom of the prepared tart pan.
  7. Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the dough in the pan.
  8. Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into strips to create a lattice pattern on top of the preserves.
  9. Bake the Linzer Torte for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.
  10. Allow the torte to cool before dusting with powdered sugar.
  11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 645kcalCarbohydrates: 82gProtein: 8gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 26mgPotassium: 214mgFiber: 4gSugar: 47gVitamin A: 740IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg

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