Jam Tart

Jam Tart

A Jam Tart is a type of pastry that is filled with jam or fruit preserve. It is a popular dessert in many countries, particularly in the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe. The tart is typically made with a shortcrust pastry base and is filled with a variety of sweet, fruity fillings.

History

The origins of the jam tart are unclear, but it is believed to have been developed in the Middle Ages in Europe. The tart was a popular dessert in the Victorian era, and it continues to be a staple in British baking today.

Preparation

To make a jam tart, a shortcrust pastry is typically used. This type of pastry is made from flour, fat (usually butter or shortening), and water. The ingredients are mixed together until they form a dough, which is then rolled out and used to line a tart tin.

The filling for a jam tart is usually made from fruit preserves or jam. The jam is spread over the pastry base, and the tart is then baked in the oven until the pastry is golden and the jam is bubbling.

Variations

There are many variations of the jam tart. In the United Kingdom, a popular variation is the Bakewell tart, which is filled with raspberry jam and a layer of almond sponge. In France, a similar dessert is the tarte aux fruits, which is filled with fruit preserves and topped with a layer of pastry.

In popular culture

Jam tarts are often associated with the children's nursery rhyme, "The Queen of Hearts", in which the Queen of Hearts makes some tarts, which are then stolen by the Knave of Hearts.

See also

• List of pastries
• List of desserts