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Recipe of Finnish Christmas tarts

Recipe of Finnish Christmas tarts
Joulutorttu, or Finnish Christmas tarts, are a delightful holiday treat that combines flaky pastry, plum jam, and a unique star-shaped design. These tarts are a cherished part of Finnish Christmas traditions, often enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Follow this recipe to create your own batch of these delicious tarts and infuse your home with the scents and flavors of a Finnish Christmas.
12 Servings
45 min Preparation
Intermediate
Desserts

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1/2 cup plum jam
  • 12 teaspoons of whipped cream
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Step 2
  • Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut it into 12 even squares.
  • Step 3
  • In the center of each square, place a teaspoon of plum jam.
  • Step 4
  • To create the iconic star shape, make diagonal cuts from each corner of the square, stopping just short of the jam.
  • Step 5
  • Fold every other corner of the square towards the center, slightly overlapping the jam.
  • Step 6
  • Beat the egg and brush it over the pastries for a golden finish.
  • Step 7
  • Place the tarts on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until they are beautifully golden and puffed.
  • Step 8
  • Let the tarts cool slightly, and then dust them with powdered sugar.
  • Step 9
  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy your homemade Joulutorttu. Hyvää joulua! (Merry Christmas!)

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