Mother’s Strawberry Tarts (Christmas)

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Classic homemade strawberry preserves bar with a buttery pecan crust and lattice top
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This Mother’s Strawberry Tart is a nostalgic holiday treat that combines a rich, buttery shortbread-like base with sweet, tangy strawberry preserves. The addition of chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch, while the brandy or rum flavoring provides a warm, sophisticated aroma. Topped with a rustic lattice crust, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is delicious. It’s perfect for Christmas gatherings or as a special afternoon tea treat. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels, yet the result feels indulgent and homemade.

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Mother’s Strawberry Tarts (Christmas)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 1572.4

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This Mother's Strawberry Tart is a nostalgic holiday treat that combines a rich, buttery shortbread-like base with sweet, tangy strawberry preserves. The addition of chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch, while the brandy or rum flavoring provides a warm, sophisticated aroma. Topped with a rustic lattice crust, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is delicious. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for Christmas gatherings or as a special afternoon tea treat. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels, yet the result feels indulgent and homemade.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, eggs, and brandy (or rum) flavoring until light and fluffy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  5. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and dust lightly with flour.
  6. Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  7. Spread the strawberry preserves evenly over the pressed dough.
  8. Roll out the remaining dough into thin strips or small pieces to create a lattice pattern over the preserves.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the preserves are bubbling.
  10. Cool in the pan until lukewarm before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1572.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 72.1g111%
Saturated Fat 21.9g110%
Cholesterol 157.8mg53%
Sodium 2753.3mg115%
Total Carbohydrate 207.6g70%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g45%
Sugars 64.5g
Protein 27.2g55%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: strawberry, tart, christmas, dessert, pecans, preserves, butter, lattice, holiday, baking, brandy, rum, fruit, pastry, bars, traditional, sweet, homemade
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