The butter-free tart is a light and genuine recipe, perfect for breakfast and snacks. With shortcrust pastry made with oil instead of butter, it remains crumbly and tasty, without sacrificing the flavor of the traditional tart.
Among the most loved versions is definitely the jam tart, a great classic that we all know. This recipe combines the goodness of the jam tart with the lightness of a butter-free shortcrust: simple to make, fragrant and always appreciated by the whole family.
Initially I was skeptical because for me shortcrust has always been linked to butter, but I had to change my mind: this variant was a success, loved by both children and adults.
If you love homemade desserts, also try the apple and jam tart or the yogurt and jam tart.
See you soon, Susy
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 8
- Cooking methods: Electric oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 367.22 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 62.23 (g) of which sugars 30.05 (g)
- Proteins 5.97 (g)
- Fat 11.46 (g) of which saturated 2.25 (g)of which unsaturated 8.71 (g)
- Fibers 1.46 (g)
- Sodium 77.07 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 106 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Butter-Free Tart
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup peanut oil
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- vanilla bean (or grated lemon zest)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup blueberry jam
You’ll Need
- Bakeware 9-inch tart pan
- Rolling pin
- Plastic wrap
Prepare the Butter-Free Tart
1. In a bowl, beat the eggs with sugar.
2. Add the oil and flavors, then combine the flour with the salt.
3. Knead quickly until you get a soft, non-sticky dough.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes.
5. Roll out the dough with a rolling pin and place it in the tart pan.
6. Prick the base with a fork and spread the jam evenly.
7. Use the leftover dough to make strips and create the classic lattice.
8. Bake in a static oven at 356°F (180°C) for about 40 minutes.
9. Let it cool completely before removing it from the pan.
Storage and Useful Tips
The butter-free tart can be stored under a glass dome at room temperature for 3–4 days.
Gluten-free variant: you can use a ready-made gluten-free flour mix for tarts.
Freshness effect: add lemon or orange zest to the dough for an even more fragrant aroma.
To change the flavor, try the apricot or cherry jam tart, perfect even in this light version.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter-Free Tart
Can I prepare it the day before?
Yes, the next day the butter-free tart is even better because the shortcrust gets firmer.
What oil can I use instead of peanut oil?
You can use sunflower seed oil, which has a delicate flavor.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze the raw dough already wrapped in plastic wrap and defrost it in the fridge.
Is it different from the classic jam tart?
The base is lighter because it’s butter-free, but the taste remains very similar to the traditional jam tart.
The butter-free tart is an easy, light, and genuine dessert, definitely worth trying if you want a different variant from the classic jam tart but with the same irresistible flavor!
