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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 a buttery pasta frolla crust and a sweet apricot jam filling. With its rustic lattice top and tender texture, it is perfect for dessert, breakfast, or an afternoon treat with coffee.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 34 minutes
  • Total Time: 54 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 3/4 cups apricot jam
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, butter, sugar, lemon zest, and salt until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
  3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  5. Roll out two-thirds of the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
  6. Press the dough into a 9-inch tart pan and trim excess dough.
  7. Spread apricot jam evenly over the crust.
  8. Roll out remaining dough and cut into strips.
  9. Arrange strips in a lattice pattern over the jam.
  10. Bake for 32–34 minutes until golden brown and bubbling slightly.
  11. Cool completely before removing from the pan.
  12. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Use raspberry, strawberry, or cherry jam for variation.
  • Chill the dough well for a flaky crust.
  • Add sliced almonds on top for extra crunch.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • Serve slightly warm or fully cooled.

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