Crostata di Marmellata: Indulgent Italian Apricot Jam Tartlets
Crostata di Marmellata are delightful Italian tartlets filled with flavorful apricot jam, perfect for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 tartlets
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup apricot jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until a dough forms.
- Press the dough into greased tartlet pans.
- Fill each tart with apricot jam.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add almond extract to the dough.
- Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an extra indulgence.