Easy Homemade Jam Tarts
Delightful tarts with a crisp, buttery crust and sweet jam filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the tarts
- 1 sheet ready-rolled sheet of shortcrust pastry, about 320g/11oz
- 12 teaspoons jam, using any flavor you like
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- Butter or cooking spray, for greasing the tin
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) / 350°F / Gas 4.
- Lightly grease a 12-hole muffin or cupcake tin.
- Unroll the pastry onto a flat work surface.
- Cut out 12 round pieces using a fluted cutter slightly larger than the holes of the tin, then press each piece gently into the moulds.
Filling and Baking
- Spoon 1 teaspoon of jam into each pastry case, taking care not to add too much.
- Brush the pastry edges with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the pastry looks lightly golden and fully baked.
- Let the tarts rest in the tin for about 10 minutes, then move them to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely.
Notes
These tarts can be served warm or at room temperature, and can be dusted with powdered sugar or paired with whipped cream or ice cream for added indulgence.