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Jam Tarts

Delight in buttery, vanilla-scented jam tarts with a tender shortbread crust and vibrant jam or fruit curd filling, perfect for any sweet occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Use truly softened butter for best results.
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk Adds richness to the dough.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Subtle but enhances flavor.
Filling
  • Jam or fruit curd of your choice Thick jams work best.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, beat the softened butter with the powdered sugar until fluffy and lighter in color.
  3. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the flour, mixing just until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
  5. Roll out the dough and cut circles sized for your tart pans.
  6. Press the dough circles into the pans, ensuring there are no thin spots.
  7. Spoon in your jam or fruit curd, leaving a little space at the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the filling looks set.
  2. Let the tarts cool in the pans until the filling firms up.

Notes

Store jam tarts in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days. If filled with fruit curd, refrigerate them.