Low Sodium Jam-Filled Pastry
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of these Low Sodium Jam-Filled Pastries, a healthier twist on classic baked treats. Perfectly flaky and buttery thanks to chilled, unsalted butter, these pastries are filled with your favorite low-sugar fruit jam for a burst of flavor in every bite. Crafted with a homemade dough, this recipe minimizes sodium without sacrificing texture or taste. The addition of a light sprinkling of sugar and a golden egg wash creates an irresistible caramelized finish. Ideal for breakfast, tea time, or dessert, these delicate pastries are easy to prepare in under an hour and sure to impress any crowd. Enjoy a wholesome treat that’s rich in flavor but mindful of your health!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 cup Low sugar fruit jam (e.g., strawberry, apricot, or raspberry)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour and diced unsalted butter.
Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently after each addition, until the dough begins to clump together.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gather into a ball. Flatten it into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
Using a 4-inch round cutter or a small bowl, cut out circles of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Place about a teaspoon of low sugar fruit jam in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the circles in half over the jam to create half-moons, and press the edges with a fork to seal.
Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg and sprinkle lightly with granulated sugar.
Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown.
Allow the pastries to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.1 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.5 g | 618% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.0 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 614 mg | 13% | |
*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.
