Mainly eaten in Finland.

Joulutorttu: Finnish Christmas plum pastries

Joulutorttu (tähtitorttu) · pronounced: jóulutortu

This joulutorttu recipe shows the star-shaped plum-filled pastries that feature on the Finnish Christmas table. Made with ready-made pastry and a simple plum filling, they can be prepared at home and taste good served cold or lukewarm.

75 min Easy 10 servings
Joulutorttu recept: finn karácsonyi szilvás tortácska
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Ingredients

10 pieces
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Method

  1. Thawing the pastry

    Leave the pastry to thaw at room temperature for about 15 minutes.

    15 min
  2. Cooking the plum filling

    Simmer the pitted, finely chopped plums with the water and sugar until they form a thick jam.

    12 min
  3. Cutting and folding the pastry

    Cut the pastry into squares, snip the corners towards the centre, then fold every second corner into the middle.

    8 min
  4. Filling and brushing

    Place a little jam in the centre, then brush the pastry with beaten egg.

    6 min
  5. Baking

    Bake at 225°C on the middle shelf for about 10 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.

    12 min
  6. Cooling and dusting

    Leave to cool, then dust with icing sugar. Serve cold or lukewarm.

    5 min
Estimated nutrition
NutrientTotal (10 pieces)1 pieces
Energy2 140 kcal214 kcal
Fat13 g1,3 g
of which saturates3,0 g0,3 g
Carbohydrates428 g43 g
Protein73 g7,3 g
Fibre20 g2,0 g

An estimate calculated from the raw weight of the ingredients. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Allergens and diets Based on the ingredients, it shows which common allergens the recipe contains and which diets it suits (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free). For sensitive digestion, high-FODMAP and lactose-containing ingredients are listed separately. For information only; always check the actual products.

Contains: gluten, egg

For sensitive digestion: pasta, plum (high-FODMAP or lactose-containing ingredients)

The labels are based on ingredient names, for information only and not medical advice. With a severe allergy or condition, check the actual products and ask your doctor.

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