Lemon Jam Slices
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistibly zesty Lemon Jam Slices! Featuring a tender, buttery shortcrust base topped with a luscious layer of lemon jam infused with fresh lemon zest, this easy-to-make treat offers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these golden slices come together quickly and are finished with a delicate dusting of icing sugar for a touch of elegance. Ideal as a refreshing snack or paired with a cup of tea, these vibrant citrus bars are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a delightful make-ahead option for up to three days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 125 grams unsalted butter
- 60 grams powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 200 grams lemon jam
- 1 lemon zest of one lemon
- 2 tablespoons icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 9x9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add the egg yolk and cold water to the flour mixture, and gently mix until the dough comes together. Avoid overworking the dough to keep it tender.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, creating a flat, even base. Prick the surface lightly with a fork to prevent bubbling.
Bake the shortcrust base in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until it's lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the lemon jam with the zest of one lemon to intensify the citrus flavor.
Spread the lemon jam mixture evenly over the partially cooled shortcrust base using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
Return the baking pan to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the jam is slightly bubbly and set.
Allow the lemon jam slices to cool completely in the pan before removing them using the parchment overhang.
Dust the top with icing sugar, then slice into 12 equal squares or rectangles.
Serve as a standalone snack or pair with a cup of tea for a refreshing treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.2 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 461 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.3 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 194.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 428 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
