Best 8 Red Currant Poppy Seed Linzer Torte Recipes

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The Red Currant Poppy Seed Linzer Torte is an Austrian cake that combines the tartness of red currants with the nutty flavor of poppy seeds. This classic torte is made with two layers of linzer dough, which is a buttery, crumbly shortcrust pastry, and a filling of red currant jam and poppy seeds. The torte is then topped with a lattice crust and dusted with powdered sugar. It is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

RED-CURRANT POPPY-SEED LINZER TORTE



Red-Currant Poppy-Seed Linzer Torte image

The rope trimmings from this recipe can be baked into cookies: Roll them into 1/2-inch-thick ropes and cut them into two-inch pieces. Arrange on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet, snip each piece into a wheat-stalk shape, and bake until lightly golden, about 12 minutes. For the torte decorating technique, see ourstep-by-step photos.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup pecans, toasted and cooled
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
1 large egg yolk
1/4 cup poppy seeds
3/4 cup red-currant jam or fruit spread, whisked until smooth
Lightly sweetened whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Place pecans, flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor and process until nuts are finely ground. Add butter and process until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add yolk and pulse until dough just begins to come together. (Dough will be soft.) Divide in half; shape each half into a disk and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 2 days.
  • On a lightly floured piece of parchment, roll out one disk of dough to an 11-inch round. Transfer to a 9-inch round tart pan with a removable bottom (patch with pieces of excess dough, if necessary). Trim dough flush with rim; refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Divide second disk into 8 pieces. On an unfloured surface, roll each piece out into a 1/2-inch-thick rope, about 10 inches long. (If dough becomes too soft, refrigerate until firm.) Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle poppy seeds on another rimmed baking sheet along one long edge. Working with one rope at a time, roll to coat in poppy seeds. Refrigerate until just firm, about 10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread bottom of crust in tart pan with jam. Arrange seed-coated ropes over crust; trim edges flush with inside. To create the wheat stalk, make shallow snips with scissors at a 45-degree angle, cutting about three-quarters of the way through (being careful not to cut all the way through each rope). Move each cut piece to one side, alternating sides with each cut. Repeat at 1/2-inch intervals along each rope.
  • Bake torte until golden brown and bubbling, 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Remove from tart pan and serve, with whipped cream. Torte can be stored in refrigerator, covered, up to 2 days.

POPPY SEED TORTE



Poppy Seed Torte image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 3h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large egg yolk
Cooking spray
1/2 cup sugar
4 large egg yolks
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup cold heavy cream
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Pulse the flour, sugar, lemon zest and salt in a food processor. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture looks like coarse meal. Add the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons ice water; pulse until the dough begins to come together. Turn out onto a sheet of plastic wrap and pat into a disk. Wrap tightly and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
  • Lightly coat a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom with cooking spray. Roll out the dough into a 10-inch round on a lightly floured surface. (If it gets too soft, return to the refrigerator until firm.) Ease the dough into the prepared pan and press into the bottom and up the sides, trimming any excess. Pierce the bottom all over with a fork. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Put the tart pan on a baking sheet. Line the crust with foil, then fill with pie weights or dried beans. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven; bake until the crust edges are golden, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and continue baking until the crust is golden all over, 15 to 20 more minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely. (The tart shell can be made up to 1 day ahead.)
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Whisk the sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch and salt in a bowl until combined. Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat (do not boil). Gradually whisk half of the hot milk into the egg mixture, then pour back into the saucepan with the remaining milk and cook, whisking, until thick like pudding, about 4 minutes. Whisk in the butter and vanilla. Pour the filling through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Let cool to room temperature, stirring frequently, about 30 minutes.
  • Beat the heavy cream with a mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream and poppy seeds into the cooled filling. Spoon into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, at least 3 hours or overnight.

POPPY SEED TORTE



Poppy Seed Torte image

I've loved this torte since I was a youngster, and now I can pass it on to my eight grandchildren. It's easy to make and tastes so good!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 10-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup poppy seeds
3/4 cup whole milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 cups cake flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large egg whites, stiffly beaten
FILLING:
3/4 cup sugar
5 teaspoons cornstarch
2-1/4 cups whole milk
6 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place poppy seeds and milk in a small bowl; soak for 1 hour. Add vanilla. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add poppy seed mixture. , Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture. Fold in egg whites. Spread into two well-greased and lightly floured 8-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in vanilla and nuts of desired. , Split cakes in half and spread filling between layers. Chill. Just before serving, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 259mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

AUSTRIAN LINZER TORTE



Austrian Linzer Torte image

This recipe for an authentic Austrian Linzertorte is from my mother who grew up in Linz and still lives there. She always bakes the torte 3 days ahead because it develops its real flavor over a few days.

Provided by westcoastgirl

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Austrian

Time P3DT2h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups finely ground almonds
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
1 ⅛ cups unsalted butter
4 egg yolks, divided
6 tablespoons red currant jam

Steps:

  • Place flour, ground almonds, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and cloves on a clean work surface. Add butter and 2 egg yolks; knead quickly to form a smooth dough. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10-inch springform pan with remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Press 2/3 of the dough evenly in the pan so that the entire bottom is covered. Spread red currant jam on top. Divide remaining dough into several pieces and roll into 1/3-inch strands between your fingertips. Arrange the strips over the jam in a neat lattice pattern. Place the last strip along the sides of the pan to form a rim.
  • Beat remaining 2 egg yolks and brush over the lattice and rim, taking care not to splash onto the jam.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes. Watch carefully towards the end of the baking time to make sure the torte does not turn too dark. Let cool and remove gently from the pan. Store for at least 3 days in a cool place before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.1 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 46.1 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

RASPBERRY POPPYSEED LINZER COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



Raspberry Poppyseed Linzer Cookies Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: raspberry, sugar, lemon juice, all-purpose flour, almond flour, unsalted butter, sugar, kosher salt, lemon zest, McCormick® vanilla extract, McCormick® poppy seeds, large egg

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Desserts

Yield 14 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup raspberry
½ cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 cup almond flour
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons, softened
½ cup sugar
1 pinch of kosher salt
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon McCormick® vanilla extract
3 tablespoons McCormick® poppy seeds, optional
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Make the raspberry jam: In a medium pot over medium heat, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Remove from the heat and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before assembling the cookies.
  • Make the cookies: In a medium bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour and almond flour. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, salt, lemon zest, and vanilla with an electric hand mixer until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the poppy seeds and beat for 1 minute to distribute evenly.
  • Add the egg and beat for 1-2 minutes, until well incorporated.
  • Pour in the flour mixture and fold with a spatula, just until no streaks of flour remain. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F (180˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unwrap the dough on a floured surface and dust the top of the dough with more flour. Roll out the dough to ¼-inch (½ cm) thickness.
  • Using a 2½-inch (6 ⅓ cm) round cookie cutter with ridged edges, cut out cookies, chilling and re-rolling the dough as needed to cut out more cookies. You should have about 38 total.
  • Use a ½-inch (1 ¼ cm) cutter to cut out the centers of half of the cookies. Transfer cookies to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the cookies for 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool completely.
  • To assemble, spread 1 teaspoon of jam onto the whole cookies. Top with the cut-out cookies.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 11 grams

OLD-FASHIONED POPPY SEED TORTE



Old-Fashioned Poppy Seed Torte image

I got this recipe from my grandmother; it's an old fashioned recipe, but well worth it. My dad requests this cake every year for his birthday. I make it for church events and charity auctions, too. Everyone loves it! -Brenda Patterson, Pullman, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar blend
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
2-1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
3 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup poppy seeds
1 cup sugar
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons cold brewed coffee
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Coat three 9-in. round baking pans with cooking spray; line with waxed paper and coat the paper. Sprinkle with flour; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar blend until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in applesauce and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Combine 2-1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Fold in poppy seeds., Beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into batter. Spread into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 12-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and remaining flour. Stir in sour cream until smooth. Bring to a boil. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in remaining vanilla. Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate until chilled., Place one cake layer on a serving platter; top with a third of the filling. Repeat layers twice., Combine the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and enough coffee to achieve a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with nuts. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

POPPY SEED TORTE



Poppy Seed Torte image

I was surprised to see that this recipe was not posted! Dessert tortes like this are very popular back home (Wisconsin). This recipe is from my aunt's family cookbook and appears to have originated from the Port Hotel in Port Washington, WI. Holidays just aren't complete without a poppy seed torte! I have not made this in a long time, but I'm pretty sure I've successfully substituted an 8 oz tub of Cool Whip for the whipping cream in the past. Please note that the recipe calls for the LARGE packages of instant pudding. The nuts I usually use for the crust are the finely chopped walnuts found at the store.

Provided by nranger7

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 cup flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup nuts, chopped
2 (6 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding
2 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup poppy seed
1 pint whipping cream

Steps:

  • CRUST: Mix together the cracker crumbs, flour, butter and nuts.
  • Pat into a 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Let cool.
  • FILLING: Prepare pudding with milk.
  • Add the poppy seeds.
  • Whip and lightly sweeten the cream.
  • Fold the cream into the pudding.
  • Pour the mixture onto the graham cracker crust.
  • Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.2, Fat 29.9, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 81.8, Sodium 584, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 29.4, Protein 5.8

POPPY SEED TORTE



Poppy Seed Torte image

Also try adding lemon and yellow food coloring to icing. Presentation: Try using yellow lemon for layering and regular icing for exterior. Allow 3-4 hours for chilling/cooling time.

Provided by GoldsmithLissa

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup poppy seed
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
5 eggs
3/4 cup butter
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, soak poppy seeds in 3/4 cup milk and 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla for 1 hour. Meanwhile, separate eggs. Let butter and egg whites stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Set egg yolks aside until needed. Grease the bottoms of two 8x1-1/2- or 9x1-1/2-inch round cake pans. Line pans with waxed paper; grease and lightly flour. Set pans aside. In medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  • For filling: In a heavy medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in 1-1/2 cups milk and egg yolks. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Pour filling into a bowl. Cover the surface with clear plastic wrap. Chill until completely cooled. Do not stir.
  • For cake: In a large mixing bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds. Gradually add 1-1/2 cups sugar to butter, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on medium to high speed until sugar is nearly dissolved. Alternately add flour mixture and poppy seed mixture to butter mixture, beating on low to medium speed after each addition just until combined. Thoroughly wash beaters.
  • In another large mixing bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form (tips stand straight). Gently fold beaten egg whites into batter. Evenly divide batter between prepared cake pans. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 30 to 35 minutes for 8-inch pans or 25 to 30 minutes for 9 -inch pans or until a wood toothpick inserted near the centers of the layers comes out clean.
  • Cool cakes in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove cakes from pans. Cool thoroughly on wire racks.
  • To assemble, carefully split each cake layer horizontally in half. Place one cake layer, cut side up, on a serving plate. Spread with one-third of the filling. Top with second cake layer, rounded (top) side up. Spread with one-third of the filling. Top with 1 more cake layer, cut side up; spread with remaining filling. Top with the remaining cake layer, placing it rounded side up.
  • For frosting: In a chilled large mixing bowl beat whipping cream and 1/2 cup sugar with chilled beaters of an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Spread top and sides of cake with frosting. Chill up to 2 hours, or until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518, Fat 28.2, SaturatedFat 16.1, Cholesterol 165.8, Sodium 370, Carbohydrate 60.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 42.5, Protein 7.4

Tips:

  • Make sure to use fresh, ripe red currants for the best flavor.
  • If you can't find fresh red currants, you can use frozen or dried currants. Just be sure to thaw frozen currants before using.
  • To get the most juice out of the currants, use a food processor to purée them.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will make it easier to work with.
  • Bake the torte in a preheated oven. This will help to prevent the torte from cracking.
  • Let the torte cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the torte to set.

Conclusion:

This Red Currant Poppy Seed Linzer Torte is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tart flavor of the red currants pairs perfectly with the nutty flavor of the poppy seeds, and the almond crust adds a rich and decadent flavor. This torte is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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