Mini Jam Tarts
Mini Jam Tarts are delightful bite-sized treats that combine a buttery crust with your favorite jam filling. Perfect for any occasion, these tarts evoke nostalgia and joy, making them a must-have at gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With their charming appearance and explosion of flavor, they’re sure to impress guests and satisfy sweet cravings alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 tarts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup jam (your choice of flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and cut into circles.
- Press dough circles into tart pan molds and poke holes in the bottoms with a fork.
- Spoon about one teaspoon of jam into each shell.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with different jams like raspberry or apricot for unique flavors. Ensure even rolling of the pastry to achieve uniform tarts. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.