Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for valentine's day

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Dessert
Easy
1 h 40 m
394 Kcal

It's impossible to find anything more comforting than a strawberry jam tart. It's the kind of dessert that evokes the warmth of home, simplicity, and the kind of afternoon tea we all love. In this version, it becomes even more irresistible thanks to a decoration of little shortbread hearts, ideal for Valentine's Day (or just to make someone happy, no special occasion required!). The base is a wonderfully crumbly, lightly buttered shortcrust pastry, topped with a generous layer of strawberry jam, then decorated before being baked until golden brown. The result: a crisp, fruity, and incredibly delicious tart, perfect for sharing as a dessert... or for nibbling on with a good cup of tea!

Ingredients

10

For the shortcrust pastry:

To decorate:

Materials

  • Pan 11 inches/28 cm diameter
  • Heart-shaped pastry cup
  • Food film
  • Sieve
  • Rolling pin
  • Bowl

Preparation

Preparation15 min
Waiting time50 min
Cook time35 min
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 1Sift the flour together with the baking powder and pour into a large bowl.
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 2Add the sugar, whole egg, yolk, and chopped softened butter and knead with your hands until the dough is smooth.
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 3Wrap the shortcrust pastry in plastic wrap and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes.
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 4After the resting time has elapsed, let the dough stand at room temperature for 5 minutes and preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C. Remove the foil, flatten the dough slightly with your hands and roll it out on a floured surface to a thickness of about 4 millimeters, adding a little flour to prevent sticking.
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 5Butter the cake pan well and lay the pastry sheet on top. Press gently on the bottom and edges to adhere well, then discard the excess pastry.
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 6Form a ball again with the leftover shortcrust pastry, roll it out again, and cut out hearts with a pastry cutter (or strips for classic lattice decoration).
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 7Spread the jam evenly over the base, leveling it with the back of a spoon. Arrange the hearts over the entire surface (or interlace the strips, forming the lattice).
  • Shortbread tart with strawberry jam, perfect for Valentine's day - Preparation step 8Bake for 30-35 minutes, until evenly browned (times may vary by oven). Take the tart out of the oven and allow it to cool completely before serving to enhance the flavor of the shortbread and jam.

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FAQ ❓

How to store the tart with strawberry jam?

The tart can be stored at room temperature for 2-3 days under a pie bell. Alternatively, it can be covered with plastic wrap, aluminum foil or stored in an airtight container.
Yes, you can use any type of jam or marmalade, such as apricot, peaches, cherries, oranges or berries. The choice of jam allows you to customize the taste of the tart according to the season or your preferences.
If you do not have a heart-shaped pastry cutter, you can make the classic lattice decoration with strips of pastry or cut out shapes with a knife following a paper template.
If the shortbread crust does not compact and is difficult to roll out, it is likely too cold or too dry. Working it briefly with your hands to warm it slightly may help make it more elastic. If it is too crumbly, however, let it rest at room temperature in plastic wrap for a few minutes before rolling it out.
To avoid an overly moist base, it is important to spread the jam in a layer that is not too thick and bake the tart until fully browned, making sure the bottom is cooked through.
The tart is at its best when completely cold, because resting allows the pastry to become crumblier and the jam to settle, enhancing the contrast of textures.
Yes, strawberry jam tart can be frozen without any problems. It is advisable to let it cool completely, wrap it well with food wrap or store it in a freezer-friendly container. It will keep for up to 2 months.
Yes, shortbread crust can be frozen before baking. After preparing it, wrap it carefully in food wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 2 to 3 months. When ready to use, let it thaw slowly in the refrigerator and then at room temperature for a few minutes so it can be rolled out easily without affecting the shortbread's crumbliness.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 394Kcal
  • Carbo: 60.5g
  • Total fat: 13.8g
  • Saturated fat: 8.6g
  • Proteins: 5.5g
  • Fibers: 1.6g
  • Sugar: 36.7g
  • ProPoints: 11
  • SmartPoints: 18
Nutritional information for 1 serving (108g)

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Attributes

Suitable for freezing
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