Gluten-Free Apricot Linzer Squares

These melt-in-your-mouth Gluten-Free Apricot Linzer Squares feature a buttery almond shortbread crust, filled with apricot preserves and made with half the usual amount of sweetener. This simple, gluten-free dessert is perfect for the holidays, is easy to make, and requires just a handful of ingredients.

Simple Ingredients for a Casual Gluten-Free Dessert

To make this easy, casual gluten-free dessert, you’ll need just a few basic ingredients:

• Two types of flour (gluten-free all purpose flour blend and almond flour)
• Butter
• Spices
• Eggs
• Vanilla
• Orange zest
• Reduced-sugar apricot preserves

Easy Gluten-Free Apricot Linzer Squares

These gluten-free Apricot Linzer Squares are quick and easy. The only thing that takes time is chilling the dough for 40 minutes. Other than that, it’s a straightforward process of mixing the dry ingredients, creaming the sugar with the eggs, and then combining everything together. Nothing too complicated here!

Preparing the Dough

The dough is a bit stiff and sticky, but it’s still easy to work with. Start by pressing about 2/3 of the dough into the base of your baking pan. Once the dough is spread out, cover the pan and place it in the fridge along with the remaining dough. Let both chill for 40 minutes to firm up.

Assembling the Squares

After the dough has chilled, spread a generous layer of apricot preserves over the base. Take the remaining dough and roll it out into a square. Cut the dough into strips and arrange them over the preserves in a lattice pattern. Once this is done, the Linzer squares are ready for the oven!

Apricot Linzer Squares: Simple, Sweet, and Gluten-Free

• Preserves vs. Jam:
  • Preserves contain whole or larger pieces of fruit.
  • Jam is made with mashed fruit.
• Simple Recipe, Easy Steps:
  • This gluten-free apricot Linzer squares recipe is straightforward with no complicated steps.
  • After chilling, cut the dessert into squares. I typically cut it into 16 squares.
• Serving Suggestions:
  • For a larger gathering, slice the squares into smaller pieces—just a small taster is enough, as they are sweet and satisfying.
• Healthier Sweet Treat:
  • The best part: This dessert is made with half the sugar typically found in other sweet treats, making it a lighter option without compromising on taste.

A Touch of Cinnamon Sugar for Extra Flavor

To make these gluten-free apricot Linzer squares even more delightful, I added a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top. The cinnamon sugar mixture is easy to make—just combine 2 tablespoons powdered sugar with 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, then sprinkle generously over the squares before baking. It adds a lovely sweetness and a hint of spice!

If you’re looking for more simple gluten-free dessert ideas, you might enjoy these tasty gluten-free pecan shortbread squares  or the gluten-free apple sponge cake with almond topping.

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