Austrian Linzer Torte

Created in a small Austrian town, this cinnamon-spiced raspberry jam dessert has justifiably become a worldwide classic.


Austrian Linzer Torte


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Prep Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: Makes 12 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 2/3  cup  butterOn Sale
  • 2/3  cup  sugarOn Sale
  • 1    eggOn Sale
  • 2    hard-cooked egg yolks, sievedOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  kirsch (cherry brandy) or waterOn Sale
  • 1  teaspoon  finely shredded lemon peelOn Sale
  • 1/2  teaspoon  ground cinnamonOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  ground clovesOn Sale
  • 1-3/4  cups  all-purpose flourOn Sale
  • 1  cup  ground hazelnuts (filberts) or almondsOn Sale
  • 1  12-ounce jar  seedless red raspberry jamOn Sale
  •     Powdered sugarOn Sale

Directions
1.
In a large mixing bowl beat butter until softened. Add sugar, egg, egg yolks, kirsch or water, lemon peel, cinnamon, and cloves. Beat until combined. Stir in flour and nuts. Form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap; chill for 1 to 2 hours.
2.
On a floured surface slightly flatten two-thirds of the dough. (Chill remaining until needed.) Roll to a 12-inch circle. Transfer to an ungreased 10x1-inch tart pan with a removable bottom or a 9- to 10-inch springform pan. Ease into pan, pressing 1/2 inch up sides. Spread with jam. Roll remaining dough to a 10x6-inch rectangle. Cut six 1-inch-wide strips. Weave atop jam. Press ends onto rim, trimming as necessary.
3.
Bake in a 325 degree F oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden. Cool in pan. Remove sides. Before serving, sift powdered sugar over top. Makes 12 servings.

Nutrition information
Calories 399, Total Fat 18 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 131 mg, Carbohydrate 55 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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