Heart-Shaped Strawberry Tarts
Flaky puff pastry hearts filled with sweet strawberry jam and fresh berries, baked golden and dusted with powdered sugar for a delightful Valentine’s Day treat.
Equipment
- 1 oven preheated to 400°F
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 heart-shaped cutter for cutting puff pastry
- 1 Rolling Pin lightly flour surface for rolling
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 cup strawberries sliced
- 3 tbsp strawberry jam
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface.
- Use a heart-shaped cutter to cut out hearts and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread a thin layer of strawberry jam in the center of each heart, leaving a small border.
- Arrange sliced strawberries on top of the jam.
- Brush the edges of each heart with beaten egg to ensure a golden, flaky crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow tarts to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Keep puff pastry chilled for best flakiness.
- Optionally add cream cheese under jam for richness.
- Serve warm for optimal texture.
- Perfect for Valentine’s dessert boxes or brunch trays.