Delicate Strawberry Jam Tarts
These Delicate Strawberry Jam Tarts are the perfect holiday treat! With a tender, buttery crust and a delightful burst of fruity sweetness from the strawberry jam, these cookies are ideal for Valentine’s Day and Christmas celebrations alike. Each bite offers a satisfying combination of flavors and textures, making them a wonderful addition to any festive cookie platter. Easy to make and fun to customize with different cookie shapes, these tarts are sure to be a beloved favorite among family and friends. Enhance the festive look with a sprinkle of colored sugar on the edges for an extra touch of joy!
24
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
2 1/2 cups (all-purpose)
sugar
1/2 cup (granulated)
butter
2/3 cup (softened)
egg
1 large (beaten)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon
salt
1/4 teaspoon
milk
2 tablespoons
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
strawberry jam or preserves
as needed
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an ungreased baking sheet.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3
Add the beaten egg, milk, and vanilla extract to the mixture, and continue to beat until fully combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined into a smooth dough.
5
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes such as hearts, stars, or trees.
6
For half of the cut shapes, use a smaller cookie cutter to cut out the centers, creating a frame around the solid cookie shape below.
7
Gather the leftover dough from the cut-out centers, knead it briefly, and roll it out again to cut more shapes until all the dough is used.
8
Place the solid cookie shapes on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a teaspoon of strawberry jam into the center of each solid shape.
9
Carefully place the cut-out shapes on top of the jam, sealing the edges by pressing them gently with the tines of a fork.
10
Sprinkle colored sugar along the edges for a festive touch before baking.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges just begin to set, but the cookies should not brown.
12
Allow the tarts to cool completely on a wire rack before serving or storing.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicate Strawberry Jam Tarts?
They are a festive holiday treat featuring a tender, buttery crust filled with a sweet burst of strawberry jam, perfect for celebrations like Valentine's Day and Christmas.
How many tarts does this recipe make?
This recipe yields approximately 24 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these tarts?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How thick should the dough be rolled out?
The dough should be rolled out on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Can I use different types of jam for these tarts?
Yes, while the recipe specifies strawberry jam or preserves, you can customize them with different fruit flavors to suit your preference.
How long should the tarts bake?
The tarts should bake for 11 to 13 minutes.
Should the cookies be browned when they come out of the oven?
No, you should remove them when the edges just begin to set; the cookies should not actually brown.
How do I seal the edges of the jam tarts?
After placing the cut-out frame on top of the jam, press the edges gently with the tines of a fork to seal them.
What cookie cutter shapes are recommended?
You can use any desired shapes, but hearts, stars, and trees are popular choices for holiday themes.
What is the purpose of using a smaller cookie cutter?
A smaller cutter is used on half of the shapes to create a frame, which allows the strawberry jam to be visible through the center of the tart.
How much strawberry jam goes into each tart?
Spoon approximately one teaspoon of jam into the center of each solid dough shape.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, the recipe instructions specify using an ungreased baking sheet.
What consistency should the butter be before mixing?
The butter should be softened to ensure it creams easily with the granulated sugar.
How can I add an extra festive touch to the tarts?
Sprinkle colored sugar along the edges of the tarts before placing them in the oven.
Can I reuse the dough scraps from the cut-outs?
Yes, gather the leftover dough, knead it briefly, and roll it out again to cut more shapes until all dough is used.
What wet ingredients are combined with the butter and sugar?
One large beaten egg, two tablespoons of milk, and one teaspoon of vanilla extract are added to the creamed mixture.
How should the dry ingredients be prepared?
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl before gradually adding them to the wet ingredients.
What is the texture of the finished tart crust?
The crust is described as tender and buttery.
Where should the tarts cool after baking?
Allow the tarts to cool completely on a wire rack.
Is vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe calls for one teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Does this recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
This recipe specifically uses 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How many total ingredients are needed for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total: flour, sugar, butter, egg, baking soda, salt, milk, vanilla extract, and jam.
Are these tarts suitable for Valentine's Day?
Absolutely, their delicate nature and red strawberry filling make them ideal for Valentine's Day.
Can these be included in a Christmas cookie platter?
Yes, they are a wonderful addition to any festive Christmas cookie selection.
Should the egg be beaten before adding it to the batter?
Yes, the recipe requires one large egg that has been beaten.
What kind of sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.
Is milk a required ingredient for the dough?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of milk are used to help combine the dough.
What is the primary fruit flavor in these tarts?
The primary fruit flavor is strawberry.
How do you know when to stop mixing the dry ingredients into the wet?
Stir until the mixture is well combined and forms a smooth dough.