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Crostata di Marmellata – Italian Jam Tart Recipe

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Crostata di Marmellata is a classic Italian jam tart made with buttery shortcrust pastry and filled with your favorite jam. It’s rustic, simple, and perfect for both everyday treats and special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 34 minutes
  • Total Time: 54 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the pasta frolla dough:
    • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
    • 3/4 cup (170 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
    • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated white sugar
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 egg yolk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Zest from 1 lemon
    • Small pinch of salt
  • For the filling:
    • 1 3/4 cups (about 420 g) apricot jam
  • For finishing:
    • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, cold butter, sugar, lemon zest, and salt. Mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add the whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Do not overmix.
  3. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  5. Roll out two-thirds of the dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface. Press into a 9-inch tart pan. Trim excess.
  6. Spread the apricot jam evenly over the crust.
  7. Roll out the remaining dough and cut into strips. Lay strips in a crisscross lattice over the jam.
  8. Bake for 32–34 minutes, until golden and jam is bubbling.
  9. Cool completely before removing from pan. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Notes

  • Chill the dough well to prevent shrinking and ease handling.
  • Use any jam you prefer—strawberry, cherry, fig, or mixed berry all work well.
  • If the dough gets too soft, chill it again briefly before shaping.
  • Use a tart pan with removable bottom for easier serving.
  • The tart can be made a day ahead and stored at room temperature.

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Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/crostata-di-marmellata-italian-jam-tart-recipe/