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Linzer bar

60 min
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11 ingredients
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Linzer bar

The Linzer Bar has its origins in the traditional Linzer Torte, a classic Austrian recipe dating back to the 17th century, specifically to the city of Linz. This cake is known for its shortcrust pastry base and a raspberry jam filling, typically decorated with a lattice of pastry on top. Over the years, this delicious preparation has been adapted in various Latin American countries, where it goes by different names. In Mexico and some parts of Central America, this recipe is often called "Barra de Linzer" or simply "Tarta Linzer," while in countries like Argentina and Chile, it is known as "Barras de mermelada" or "Galletas de Linzer" due to its presentation in individual portions and its firmer texture, ideal for a snack or dessert.

The essence of this recipe remains intact: a crunchy, sweet base accompanied by the intense fruity flavor of the jam, usually raspberry, which provides a delicious contrast. Its popularity in Latin America has grown not only because of its taste but also due to the ease of preparing it in bar form, making it a practical option for those looking for a homemade and traditional dessert.

How to prepare Linzer Bar

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

Using a pastry blender or two knives in a scissor-like fashion, cut in the butter or margarine until coarse crumbs form.

With a fork, mix the corn syrup and the egg until combined.

Reserve 1/2 cup of the dough.

Press the remaining dough into a 9x9x2 inch baking pan.

Spread with jam.

Mix 2 tablespoons of flour into the reserved dough.

If making a lattice, add a couple of tablespoons of water, one at a time, to make the dough easy to roll out.

If the dough will be placed by spoonfuls, simply spread the top "crust" evenly over the jam for a "spotted" look and bake.

On a floured surface, roll out to a thickness of 1/4 inch.

Cut into strips 1/4 inch wide.

Place the strips in a lattice pattern over the jam.

Bake in a preheated oven at 190 degrees Celsius (375 degrees Fahrenheit) for 30 minutes or until firm.

Let cool.

Cut into bars.

The serving size is up to you; cut into as many bars as you wish.

Linzer bar

Ingredients (11)

  • Unbleached Flour
  • Sugar
  • Brown Sugar
  • Baking Powder
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon
  • Butter
  • Dark Corn Syrup
  • Egg
  • Raspberry Jam
  • Flour

Instructions (16 steps)

  1. 1 In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  2. 2 Using a pastry blender or two knives in a scissor-like fashion, cut in the butter or margarine until coarse crumbs form.
  3. 3 With a fork, mix the corn syrup and egg until combined.
  4. 4 Reserve 1/2 cup of the mixture.
  5. 5 Press the remaining mixture into a 9x9x2 inch baking pan.
  6. 6 Spread with jam.
  7. 7 Mix 2 tablespoons of flour into the reserved mixture.
  8. 8 If making a lattice, add a couple of tablespoons of water, one at a time, to make the mixture easy to spread.
  9. 9 If spooning the mixture on, simply spread the top 'crust' evenly over the jam for a 'spotted' look and bake.
  10. 10 On a floured surface, roll out to a 1/4 inch thickness.
  11. 11 Cut into 1/4 inch wide strips.
  12. 12 Place the strips in a lattice pattern over the jam.
  13. 13 Bake in a 190 degree Celsius (375 degree Fahrenheit) oven for 30 minutes or until firm.
  14. 14 Let cool.
  15. 15 Cut into bars.
  16. 16 The serving size is up to you, cut into as many bars as you wish.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 235 kcal
Protein: 5%
Carbohydrates: 12%
Fat: 12%
Sugar: 67%
Sodium: 8%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

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Desserts

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