JAM SHELLS, delicious desserts, easy and quick with shortcrust pastry, perfect for Carnival, fried or in an air fryer, crunchy and delicious.
I prepared these quick little pastries filled with jam perfect for Carnival: the jam shells are crunchy outside and soft inside, easy to make even at the last minute. The shortcrust pastry is ready in a few minutes, just roll it out, fill it with jam, and close them into half-moons.
They can be fried for the classic and tasty version, or in the air fryer for a lighter result. A little trick: brush the edges with a bit of egg white or plant-based milk and seal well, so the jam doesn’t leak out during cooking. You can use any type of jam: strawberry, apricot, cherry, or even a mixed jam.
The clever dessert for Carnival: quick, delicious, and easy, to make even at the last minute. A recipe to always have ready to impress without stress in the kitchen.
Follow me in the kitchen today there are the jam shells.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Frying, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Carnival
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup flour (the one you usually use)
- 1 egg
- Half teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 oz butter
- jam
Steps
Pour the flour into a bowl, add the baking powder, egg, and butter, mix and knead well.
Move to the work surface and knead until the dough becomes smooth, add flour if needed, it should not stick to your hands.
Roll out and cut with a glass, fill the center with your preferred jam, I used apricot, close into a half-moon, and seal the edges well.
Heat the oil in a deep pan and cook the shells, turning them for a few minutes, they should turn golden.
Drain on kitchen paper, dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Bon appétit
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JAM SHELLS
👉 Practical tips:
Roll out the shortcrust pastry thin for crispy jam shells.
Do not overfill, half a teaspoon of jam is enough.
Fry a few at a time if using oil, or use an air fryer for a lighter result.
Dust with powdered sugar as soon as they are cold for maximum tastiness.
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JAM SHELLS FAQ
How long does it take to prepare the jam shells?
About 15 minutes if you use ready-made shortcrust pastry, plus cooking time.
Can they be frozen?
Absolutely yes, the jam shells can be frozen before or after cooking, sealed in an airtight bag.
What jam to use?
Any flavor is fine: strawberry, apricot, cherry, or mixed.
Can they be made in an air fryer?
Absolutely yes, they are slightly lighter and remain crunchy.
Are they suitable for children?
Certainly! They are perfect for Carnival or snack time.
Can I replace butter with oil?
Of course, you can even omit it if you prefer.
What is the best cooking method?
It depends, at Carnival the best method is undoubtedly frying, but you can cook them in an air fryer after brushing them with oil or in the oven, so it’s up to you to choose.
