Mayhaw Jelly Tart

Name: Mayhaw Jelly Tart
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 cup ice water; 1.5 cups mayhaw jelly; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tsp cornstarch

A crisp butter pastry shell filled with vibrant southern mayhaw jelly. This classic dessert balances sweet and tart fruit flavors with a delicate crust.

50 minMediumServes 8280 cal/serving

CajunDessertOven and StovetopVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleNut-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup ice water
1.5 cups mayhaw jelly
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp cornstarch

Instructions

1

Pulse 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt in a food processor until combined.
2

Add 1 cup chilled and cubed unsalted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3

Drizzle in 1/4 cup ice water slowly while pulsing until a firm dough forms.
4

Press dough into a tart pan, prick the bottom with a fork, and bake at 375F for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
5

In a saucepan over low heat, whisk together 1.5 cups mayhaw jelly, 2 tsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 tsp cornstarch until melted and smooth.
6

Pour the warm jelly mixture into the baked crust and bake for an additional 10 minutes to set.
7

Cool completely at room temperature before slicing.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Mayhaw Jelly Tart need?

For Mayhaw Jelly Tart, the oven is set to 375 F (about 190 C) in step 4. The longest stretch at that heat is 15 minutes, in step 4.

How do I know when Mayhaw Jelly Tart is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until lightly golden. Step 5: cook until melted and smooth.

Is there a substitute for cornstarch in Mayhaw Jelly Tart?

The entry for Mayhaw Jelly Tart calls for 2 tsp cornstarch. In its place: Use twice as much all-purpose flour and cook it a few minutes longer, or the same amount of arrowroot or tapioca starch.

Can I make Mayhaw Jelly Tart dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Mayhaw Jelly Tart is 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Mayhaw Jelly Tart vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

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