Description
This Easy Italian Crostata Recipe is a delightful and rustic dessert that showcases sweet fruit jam or preserves nestled in a tender, buttery crust. Perfect for both casual gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling:
- ¾ cup fruit jam or preserves (such as apricot, raspberry, or cherry)
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to form a dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Crust Assembly: Roll out most of the dough and press into a tart pan. Spread jam over the crust. Create a lattice pattern with the remaining dough. Bake until golden.
- Serving: Let the crostata cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use your favorite jam, avoiding overly runny types.
- Rustic lattice strips add charm to the dessert.
- Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
