This two-ingredient jam tart recipe couldn't be simpler. Using supermarket shortcrust pastry cuts down on the time and will taste just a good. And using a pastry cutter to cut out the shapes is something younger family members can help out with - so it's a gentle holiday activity.
But, if you'd like to give pastry making a go, follow our expert guide on how to make shortcrust pastry from scratch.
Jam tarts of course make a lovely addition to an afternoon tea spread. For more inspiration check our our best afternoon tea recipes.
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Yields:
12
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Ingredients
320g
shortcrust pastry sheet
1
jar of strawberry jam
Directions
Step 1
Unroll a 320g shortcrust sheet and stamp out 12 x 7.5cm (3in) fluted circles and 12 small hearts, press circles into a patty tin and bake at 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6 for 15min (bake hearts on a baking sheet for 5min); then fill cooled cases with strawberry jam and top with the hearts.
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