Apricot Linzertorte with Quark Whipped Cream

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Apricot Linzertorte with Quark Whipped Cream
45 min.
12
532kcal

Suggestions


Welcome to the world of delightful pastries with a twist! If you're searching for a truly stunning dessert that's not only delicious but also visually captivating, look no further than the Apricot Linzertorte with Quark Whipped Cream. This timeless Austrian treat combines rich flavors and crunchy textures, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering, whether it be a festive celebration or a cozy family dinner.

The Linzertorte features a buttery hazelnut crust that's enhanced by aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves. The beautiful lattice pattern and the sweet, tart apricot preserves create a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds. Each slice reveals a rich filling accompanied by the light and creamy quark whipped cream—a delightful addition that adds a lovely tang and richness to the overall experience.

This vegetarian recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in just 45 minutes, making it an excellent option for both novice and experienced bakers. With 12 generous servings, it's perfect for sharing with friends and family! Plus, at 532 calories per serving, it's a treat you can enjoy without guilt.

So gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to impress your guests with a dessert that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Indulge in the luxuriously sweet and nutty flavors of this Apricot Linzertorte, and watch as it becomes a beloved favorite at your table!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups all purpose flour divided
  • cup apricot preserves 
  • large eggs 
  • large egg yolk 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves generous ()
  • 10 ounces blanched hazelnuts cooled toasted
  • 0.7 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • teaspoons orange peel finely grated
  • 12 servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup whole-milk yogurt quark* or greek-style
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • 14 tablespoons butter unsalted room temperature ()
  • teaspoons cocoa powder unsweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • ziploc bags
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 10-inchspringform pan. Process nuts and 1/4 cupflour in processor until nuts are finelyground.
  2. Transfer to medium bowl.
  3. Whiskin 1 cup flour, cocoa powder, cinnamon, 3/4teaspoon salt, and cloves. Using electricmixer, beat 14 tablespoons butter and 1 1/4cups sugar in large bowl. Beat in egg, thenegg yolk and orange peel. Gradually stir indry ingredients. Spoon 1 1/2 cups batter intopastry bag fitted with 3/8-inch plain roundtip.
  4. Spread remaining batter in pan.
  5. Bake torte bottom until golden, about35 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 10 minutes.Maintain oven temperature.
  6. Using some of batter in pastry bag, pipeborder around edge of torte bottom.
  7. Spreadpreserves evenly over torte bottom. Piperemaining batter over preserves in latticepattern, 5 to 6 strips in each direction.
  8. Bakeuntil lattice is firm to touch and preservesare bubbling, about 40 minutes. Coolcompletely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 daysahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
  9. Beat cream in bowl until peaks form;beat in quark. Dust torte with powderedsugar.
  10. Serve with quark whipped cream.
  11. * A slightly tangy, soft unripened cow's-milkcheese; available at some supermarketsand at specialty foods stores (such as Whole
  12. Foods markets) and natural foods stores.
  13. If you don't havea pastry bag, spoon the batter into aresealable plastic bag. Twist bag at top,grasp top firmly, and cut off enough of1 corner to form a 3/8-inch-wide opening.Chefs Andrew Chase and Erwin Schrottnerare co-owners of Café Katja in Manhattan.
  14. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories532kcal
Protein4.99%
Fat54.34%
Carbs40.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.76
Glycemic Load
21.98
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.01695657813%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.59mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Epigallocatechin
0.66mg
Epicatechin
0.43mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:532kcal
26.6%
Fat:33.44g
51.45%
Saturated Fat:12.79g
79.97%
Carbohydrates:56.32g
18.77%
Net Carbohydrates:53.42g
19.43%
Sugar:38.84g
43.16%
Cholesterol:81.14mg
27.05%
Sodium:168mg
7.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.91g
13.82%
Manganese:1.62mg
81.04%
Vitamin E:4.17mg
27.78%
Copper:0.46mg
23.17%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.57%
Folate:56.33µg
14.08%
Vitamin A:692.79IU
13.86%
Selenium:8.77µg
12.52%
Phosphorus:117.53mg
11.75%
Fiber:2.9g
11.61%
Magnesium:45.71mg
11.43%
Iron:2mg
11.13%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.25%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.23%
Potassium:226.36mg
6.47%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.21%
Calcium:58.86mg
5.89%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.76%
Vitamin K:5.1µg
4.86%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.57%
Vitamin C:3.76mg
4.56%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.11%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.54%
Source:Epicurious