How to Make Austrian Linzer Torte - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Austrian Linzer Torte is a classic dessert that hails from the city of Linz in Austria. This delicious pastry is made with a buttery almond crust and filled with raspberry jam, making it a perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors. The Linzer Torte is also known for its intricate lattice top, which lends a beautiful and elegant presentation to this traditional Austrian treat.

Originally created in the 17th century, the Linzer Torte is often considered one of the oldest known t...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups finely ground almonds
  • 1 ¼ cups white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 ⅛ cups unsalted butter
  • 4 egg yolks, divided
  • 6 tablespoons red currant jam

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 3 days 1 hr
  • Total Time: 3 days 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 10-inch torte

  • Place flour, ground almonds, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and cloves on a clean work surface. Add butter and 2 egg yolks; knead quickly to form a smooth dough. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10-inch springform pan with remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Press 2/3 of the dough evenly in the pan so that the entire bottom is covered. Spread red currant jam on top. Divide remaining dough into several pieces and roll into 1/3-inch strands between your fingertips. Arrange the strips over the jam in a neat lattice pattern. Place the last strip along the sides of the pan to form a rim.
  • Beat remaining 2 egg yolks and brush over the lattice and rim, taking care not to splash onto the jam.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes. Watch carefully towards the end of the baking time to make sure the torte does not turn too dark. Let cool and remove gently from the pan. Store for at least 3 days in a cool place before serving.
  • Nutrition

    473 cal.

    • Total Fat: 29g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 114mg
    • Sodium: 46mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 35mg