Cherry Jam

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Ingredients:

For the base & crumble:

  • 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the filling:

  • ¾ cup (180g) cherry jam (seedless preferred)
  • (Optional: ½ tsp lemon zest or a pinch of cinnamon
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Description

Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make the dough:
    • In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
    • Add egg and vanilla, mix well.
    • Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt to form a soft dough.
  3. Layer the base:
    • Press 2/3 of the dough into the bottom of the pan evenly.
    • Spread the cherry jam over the dough (leave a small border).
  4. Add the crumble:
    • Crumble the remaining 1/3 dough over the jam using your fingers.
  5. Bake:
    • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden on top and jam is bubbling slightly.
  6. Cool & slice:
    • Let cool completely in the pan.
    • Cut into bars or squares once set.