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Pineapple Jam Tarts

Pineapple Jam Tarts

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This pineapple jam tart recipe features a buttery, melt-in-the-mouth crust and rich homemade pineapple jam. A classic Chinese New Year cookie.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 80 jam tarts

Ingredients
 
 

For the pineapple jam:

For the pastry dough:

  • 4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 250 grams butter 2 1/14 sticks in the US
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 tablespoons cold water
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Instructions
 

Pineapple Jam

  • Combine shredded pineapple, sugar, cinnamon stick, star anise, cloves and lemon juice in a large saucepan
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring regularly, until the mixture thickens and turns a deep golden brown, about 30 minutes. The jam is ready when it is very thick and the pineapple pulp becomes slightly translucent.
  • Remove and discard the cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves. Allow the jam to cool completely.
  • Once cooled, roll the pineapple jam into small balls, slightly less than 1 teaspoon each. Place them on parchment or wax paper and set aside.

Make the pastry dough and assemble

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl. Add salt and mix to combine.
  • Cut the cold butter into roughly ½-inch cubes and add to the flour. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture looks crumbly. A food processor can also be used for this step.
  • Add the eggs and cold water. Use your hands to gently bring the dough together until it forms a soft ball. Do not overwork the dough.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to about ¼-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter, about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, to cut out rounds and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Make a small indentation in the center of each round, then nestle one pineapple jam ball into the middle.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until the pastry is lightly golden.
  • Allow the tarts to cool completely before serving or storing. Enjoy!

Notes

  • These pineapple jam tarts keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 10–14 days.
  • For warmer climates, refrigeration is optional; allow the sealed container to return to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 213mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
Keyword pineapple
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