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Pie Crust Tarts with Blackberry Jam Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings

Description

These Pie Crust Tarts with Blackberry Jam are delightful, flaky pastries made from a buttery pie crust dough rolled with sweet blackberry preserves. Perfectly golden and crisp, these tarts offer a delicious homemade treat that combines the richness of butter and shortening with the tart sweetness of jam. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, they are easy to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

Pie Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold butter, diced
  • ¾ cup cold solid vegetable shortening
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 5-6 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Filling & Topping

  • Blackberry preserves (or jam of your choice)
  • Sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Make the Pie Dough: In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Cut in the cold diced butter and cold vegetable shortening using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the beaten egg, cold water, and white vinegar to the flour mixture. Mix gently with a fork until the dough starts to come together, adding a bit more water if necessary to form a cohesive dough.
  3. Form Dough Balls: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gather it into a ball. Divide the ball into two equal halves. You can wrap and chill the dough at this point or proceed immediately to assemble the tarts.
  4. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
  5. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll one half of the dough into a large rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Spread Jam: Evenly spread a thin layer of blackberry preserves (or your chosen jam) over the dough, ensuring not to overfill so it can be rolled without spilling.
  7. Roll and Slice: Starting from the long side, roll the dough up tightly into a log. Place the seam side down, then gently slice the roll into ½-inch thick slices.
  8. Arrange and Sugar: Place the slices cut side up on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly. Sprinkle sugar generously over the tops of the tarts.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the tarts turn golden brown and cooked through.
  10. Cool and Store: Allow the tarts to cool on the baking sheets. Once cooled, store them in a sealed container to keep fresh for several days.
  11. Repeat: Repeat the process for the second dough ball and jam filling.

Notes

  • Be sure to keep butter and shortening cold to achieve a flaky crust.
  • Roll the dough thinly and spread jam sparingly to prevent leakage during baking.
  • These tarts can be customized with any fruit preserves or jam flavors.
  • Chilling the dough before rolling can make it easier to handle and help maintain flakiness.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  • Store tarts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/pie-crust-tarts-with-blackberry-jam-recipe/