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.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Reserve about 1 cup of the dough mixture and set it aside for the lattice topping.

Step 6

Press the remaining dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.

Step 7

Spread the raspberry jam over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sticking.

Step 8

With the reserved dough, form thin strips and create a crisscross lattice pattern over the jam layer.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the jam is bubbling.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the bars with powdered sugar before slicing into 12 equal pieces and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1049.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4633.0

Total Fat 254.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 701.2mg	0%
Sodium 670.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 541.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 326.4g
Protein 53.3g	0%

Vitamin D 134.9IU	0%
Calcium 443.3mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1169.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 46.4%