Olivia Somary’s Jam Tart from Hamnet

Ingredients

• 275 g all-purpose flour
• 150 g unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 85 g powdered sugar
• 1 egg (large)
• 0.5 tsp fine salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Raspberry Jam
• Apricot Jam
• Blueberry or Blackberry Jam
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tsp water (for egg wash)

Steps

1. 1

   Make the dough by whisking together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and fine salt in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.

3. 3

   Add the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing just until the dough comes together.

4. 4

   Form the dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

5. 5

   Roll the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.

6. 6

   Cut a 9-inch circle from the dough and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

7. 7

   Build the tart design using additional dough: attach a strip around the edge to form a 1/2 to 3/4 inch wall. For easier trimming, place the tart in the freezer for a few minutes until it firms up.

8. 8

   Roll thin ropes of dough and shape the decorative scrolls and a center ring according to the design. Press gently so everything adheres to the base.

9. 9

   Freeze the assembled tart for 25–30 minutes to help the design hold its shape during baking.

10. 10

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

11. 11

    Whisk the second egg and 1 teaspoon of water together to create an egg wash, and brush it lightly over the dough.

12. 12

    Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 22–28 minutes, or until the tart is deep golden and crisp.

13. 13

    Remove from the oven and allow the tart shell to cool completely.

14. 14

    Spoon or pipe the raspberry, apricot, and blueberry/blackberry jams into the open sections of the design to create a stained glass effect. You can use a toothpick to help spread the jam into tight corners.

Notes

The transcript mentions finishing the tart with dried edible flowers for extra decoration. The sturdy shortcrust dough is essential for maintaining the integrity of the intricate scrollwork.

Nutrition per serving

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