Hazelnut Linzer Torte

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, nutty chocolate-hazelnut cake layered with sweet raspberry jam, baked in a loaf pan for a rustic, elegant dessert.
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This Hazelnut Linzer Torte is a decadent fusion of nutty depth and chocolate richness, centered around a layer of bright raspberry jam. The dough, made with toasted hazelnuts and bittersweet chocolate, creates a tender, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. It’s an impressive yet approachable dessert perfect for holiday gatherings, tea parties, or simply indulging on a cozy evening. The combination of earthy nuts, dark chocolate, and tart fruit offers a sophisticated flavor profile that feels both comforting and celebratory. Bake it a day ahead for the best flavor, letting the jam soften the dough slightly. A true crowd-pleaser that showcases the beauty of simple, high-quality ingredients.

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Hazelnut Linzer Torte

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 Calories: 833.4

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This Hazelnut Linzer Torte is a decadent fusion of nutty depth and chocolate richness, centered around a layer of bright raspberry jam. The dough, made with toasted hazelnuts and bittersweet chocolate, creates a tender, crumbly texture that melts in your mouth. It&# 226;ÂÂs an impressive yet approachable dessert perfect for holiday gatherings, tea parties, or simply indulging on a cozy evening. The combination of earthy nuts, dark chocolate, and tart fruit offers a sophisticated flavor profile that feels both comforting and celebratory. Bake it a day ahead for the best flavor, letting the jam soften the dough slightly. A true crowd-pleaser that showcases the beauty of simple, high-quality ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
  2. Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and roast until fragrant and skins crackle, about 10-12 minutes.
  3. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then rub skins off with a towel. Let nuts cool completely.
  4. In a food processor, grind hazelnuts and sugar until finely ground but not oily.
  5. Add softened butter, flour, baking powder, and melted bittersweet chocolate to the processor. Pulse until combined.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, pulsing just until the dough holds together. Do not overmix.
  7. Butter a 13.5 x 5 x 2.5 inch loaf pan.
  8. Press about two-thirds of the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
  9. Spread seedless raspberry jam evenly over the dough base.
  10. Drop remaining dough by spoonfuls over the jam, spreading gently to cover.
  11. Bake at 375ðF (191ðC) for 10 minutes.
  12. Reduce oven temperature to 350ðF (177ðC) and bake for 5 more minutes.
  13. Reduce oven temperature to 300ðF (149ðC) and bake for 1 hour longer, until a tester comes out clean.
  14. Let cool completely in the pan before slicing. Can be made a day ahead.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 833.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 46.5g72%
Saturated Fat 29.1g146%
Cholesterol 122.0mg41%
Sodium 454.1mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 100.1g34%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 57.0g
Protein 6.2g13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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