Linzer Bars
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Linzer Bars, a delightful twist on the classic Linzer cookie, perfect for any occasion. These buttery, crumbly bars are made with a tender almond-infused dough, delicately spiced with cinnamon, and layered with a luscious raspberry jam filling. A simple lattice topping adds an elegant touch, while a dusting of powdered sugar completes their bakery-worthy look. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden-baked finish in under an hour, these bars are a show-stopping treat that's as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Perfect for holiday gatherings, tea time, or as a sweet snack, this recipe brings a taste of European tradition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Ground almonds
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 0.75 cup Raspberry jam
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
Add the cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the egg yolk and mix gently until the dough comes together. It will be slightly crumbly but should hold when squeezed gently in your hand.
Reserve about 1 cup of the dough mixture and set it aside for the lattice topping.
Press the remaining dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
Spread the raspberry jam over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sticking.
With the reserved dough, form thin strips and create a crisscross lattice pattern over the jam layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the jam is bubbling.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the Linzer Bars to cool completely on a wire rack. Use the parchment overhang to lift them from the pan once cooled.
Optional: Dust the bars with powdered sugar before slicing into 12 equal pieces and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 254.2 g | 326% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.6 g | 638% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 701 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 671 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 541.7 g | 197% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 326.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.3 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 443 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1169 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
