Linzer Torte Love
Indulge in the rich flavors of Austrian cuisine with this delightful Linzer Torte Love recipe. This classic dessert is a beloved treat, featuring a buttery crust and a sweet jam filling, topped with a beautiful lattice design. Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this Linzer Torte is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 cup raspberry jam
- Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the flour and ground almonds.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together. Add the egg, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and lemon zest. Mix well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half. Wrap each half in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out one half of the dough and press it into the bottom of a tart pan. Spread the raspberry jam over the dough.
- Roll out the remaining dough and cut it into strips. Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the jam.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Allow the torte to cool before dusting with confectioners' sugar.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 20g
- Protein
- 4g
Supplies
Tart pan Mixing bowls Plastic wrap
Tools
Oven Rolling pin Pastry cutter
Serving suggestions
Serve the Linzer Torte with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.
Tips & tricks
For a festive touch, use a heart-shaped tart pan for a romantic presentation of the Linzer Torte.
Cost
$15