Linzertorte Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 1 hour
🍽️ Cook Time: 40 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
🍴 Servings: 8
🥧 Yield: One Linzertorte
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Linzertorte, a traditional treat originating from the charming town of Linz. This recipe, passed down from generation to generation, encapsulates the essence of the perfect jam tart. With a rich history and a burst of flavors, this dessert is sure to captivate your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 5/8 cup sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 cup butter
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 lemon (juice)
- 3/4 cup icing sugar
- Jam (of your choice, traditionally raspberry or blackberry)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine almonds, sugar, ground cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- Cut in the butter using a knife, then rub it briefly with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the center of the bowl.
- Using your fingertips, quickly work the dry ingredients into the liquid until a ball of dough forms.
- Once the dough comes together, knead it briefly, then wrap it and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
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Prepare the Flan Case:
- Grease and flour a 9-inch flan case.
- The dough is very workable, so there’s no need to roll it out.
- Reserve about one-third of the dough for the top crust.
- Flatten the remaining dough into the prepared flan case, lining the bottom and sides by pressing it with your fingers.
- Lightly prick the pastry with a fork.
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Assemble the Tart:
- Spread your chosen jam evenly over the bottom pastry.
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Create the Lattice Top:
- Roll out the reserved pastry to about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the pastry into strips about 1/2 inch wide.
- Arrange the strips in a lattice pattern over the jam-filled pastry.
- Neaten the edges by arranging one strip in a circle around the top to cover all the ends.
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Bake the Tart:
- Place the assembled tart in the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 40 minutes or until the pastry turns a dark golden brown.
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Finishing Touches:
- Remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
- While still warm, dust the tart with icing sugar.
- Allow the tart to cool completely before serving.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Slice the Linzertorte into portions and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
This Linzertorte recipe is a testament to the exquisite flavors of European desserts, perfect for any occasion whether it’s a cozy weeknight treat or a special dessert for entertaining guests. Enjoy the rich combination of spices, buttery pastry, and fruity jam in every delightful bite!
