Raspberry Jam Tarts
Raspberry Jam Tarts are made with delicate short-crust pastry that encases sweet and tart flavors of a rich layer of raspberry jam. You will enjoy each tart crafted with a golden, buttery short-crust pastry that crumbles in your mouth with a satisfying crunch. The crisp shells encase a slightly textured raspberry jam that bursts with the flavor of fresh ripe raspberries. I added a splash of lemon juice to the jam which gave it a layer of complexity, enhancing the natural tang of the berries. Dredge these tarts with powdered sugar, giving them a more elegant visual appeal. Serve them at room temperature with tea and these delightful, bite-sized indulgences will make them irresistible for any occasion!
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
For the short crust pastry:
- ½ lb all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 5 ozs unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp water ice cold
For the filling:
- raspberry jam as needed
Instructions
How to make the short crust pastry:
- Prepare the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Sift the flour with the salt. Add the flour and butter to a food processor fitted with the dough attachment. Process them until they resemble breadcrumbs.
- Add ice-cold water and make a dough. Do not overwork the dough. Wrap the dough with cling film and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
How to make the Raspberry Jam Tarts:
- Roll out the dough to 1/8" thickness. Use a fluted cutter and cut out the tart shells. Put each shell in a muffin, tart mold, or baking cup.
- Prick lightly on top of the shell and spoon some raspberry jam into it. Do not prick down to the bottom of the mold. Bake for 20-21 minutes.
- Cool, garnish with raspberries, and dredge with confectioner's sugar.
Notes
- I have used mini tart cutters to get 24 tarts. The yield will depend on the size of your cutter.
- Vary the tarts by adding a teaspoon of almond paste before spooning the jam on top to make them more flavorful.
- Please watch the tarts towards the end of the baking cycle and remove them from the oven when the edges turn golden brown.
Nutrition
Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 12mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 148IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg
