Jam Puff Pastry Tarts recipe
Jam-filled puff pastry tarts are an easy, delicious treat with flaky, buttery layers and a crispy golden texture. Made with just 4 ingredients, they are perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to last-minute desserts.
Equipment
- Oven (preheated to 425°F / 395°F fan)
- Baking tray (lined with parchment paper)
- Rolling pin (for thinning pastry, if needed)
- Knife or ruler (for precise cutting)
- Fork (for pricking pastry)
- Pastry brush (for applying egg wash)
- Spoon (for spreading jam)
Ingredients
- Puff Pastry Base
- 1 square sheet of puff pastry store-bought, thawed to the right temp
- Flour for dusting the surface to prevent sticking while making
- Flavorful Filling
- ½ cup of fruit or berry jam for a burst of flavour
- Egg Wash for a Golden Finish
- 1 beaten egg or 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 teaspoon of milk or water to seal edges and add a golden finish
- Sweet Toppings
- 2 teaspoons of powdered sugar for a light dusting
- 1 tablespoon of turbinado sugar or coarse demerara sugar for extra sweetness
- Icing sugar for a finishing touch after baking
Instructions
- Keep everything room-temperature ready
- Within minutes, have fresh homemade tarts straight from the fridge to the oven
- Baking Instructions
- Prepping the Pastry
- Preheat oven to 425F (395F for fan).
- Roll out pastry on a floured surface.
- Cut into 9 squares, score edges, and prick centers.
- Freeze for 30 minutes for best rise.
- Assembling the Tarts
- Add 1 tsp jam to each square and spread.
- Brush edges with egg wash, then fold and pinch corners.
- Sprinkle with turbinado sugar for crunch.
- Bake at preheated temperature for 18-20 minutes until golden.
- Cooling and Serving
- Cool completely before serving.
- Dust with icing sugar for extra touch.
- Enjoy fresh for breakfast or dessert.
- Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for later.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for 3-4 days.
For long-term storage, freeze the tarts for up to 3 months and reheat before serving.