Orange, Cardamom & Cinnamon Apricot Jam Tarts
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Pastry
ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups cake flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Zest of 1/2 orange (about 1 teaspoon)
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
Filling
ingredients
- Zest of 1/2 orange (about 1 teaspoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1 cup apricot jam
Make the Pastry
Method
Step 1
In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup butter, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 2
Sift 2 1/2 cups cake flour, 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt into the wet mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 3
Separate 1/3 of the dough and set it aside. Refrigerate the remaining dough.
Step 4
Add the zest of 1/2 orange (about 1 teaspoon) and 1 cup desiccated coconut to the reserved dough. Freeze this portion until firm enough to grate.
Make the Filling
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup apricot jam, zest of 1/2 orange (about 1 teaspoon), 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon cardamom. Heat over low-medium heat until fragrant and smooth. Let cool.
Assemble the Tart
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2
Press the refrigerated dough into a greased or parchment-lined 8x8-inch baking pan. Spread the cooled jam mixture evenly over the base.
Step 3
Grate the frozen coconut dough over the top to create a crumble-like topping.
Bake
Step 1
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 2
Cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!