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Jam tart Calories
Sweet pastry tart with jam filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Jam tart (55 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 371 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.2 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 7.5 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 3.9 µg of Selenium covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Jam tart Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
204
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
32.2g
· 12% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 4% · Fat 33%
Jam tart nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (55 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.5 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.36 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 116 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.2 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Jam tart?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 45 g | 167 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 297 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 371 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 110 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 445 kcal |
Calculated from 371 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jam tart
What is a jam tart?
A jam tart is a pastry tart filled with fruit jam and baked until the crust is golden. It can have an open top or a pastry lattice, and is commonly served as a dessert or tea-time treat.
What pastry is best for a jam tart?
Shortcrust pastry is the usual choice for a jam tart because it holds its shape and gives a crisp, buttery base. Homemade or ready-made shortcrust both work; chill the pastry before rolling to make it easier to handle.
How do you stop a jam tart from getting a soggy bottom?
Use thick jam and avoid overfilling the pastry shell to keep a jam tart from turning soggy underneath. Chilling the lined shell and briefly baking it before adding the filling can also help the base stay crisp.
Can you use any jam in a jam tart?
Most jams work in a jam tart, but thick varieties are easiest to bake with. Raspberry, strawberry, and apricot are popular choices; if your jam is runny, reduce it gently on the stove before filling the pastry.
Why does jam bubble over in a jam tart?
Jam bubbles over in a jam tart when the shell is overfilled or the filling becomes very hot in the oven. Leave room at the top, and make sure the pastry edges are high enough to contain the jam.
Can you make a jam tart with puff pastry?
Yes, you can make a jam tart with puff pastry, although the result will be lighter and flakier than one made with shortcrust. Keep the pastry cold and avoid using too much jam, which can weigh it down.
How can you tell when a jam tart is baked?
A jam tart is ready when its pastry is golden and the filling is bubbling gently. The jam may still look loose while hot, so let the tart cool before judging its final texture or cutting it.
Should you prebake the pastry for a jam tart?
Prebaking the pastry shell can help a jam tart develop a crisper base, especially when the filling is moist. Line the shell with baking paper and weights for the initial bake, then add the jam and finish baking.
How do you keep a jam tart from sticking to the tin?
Grease the tart tin lightly or use a removable-bottom tin to make a jam tart easier to release. Let it cool before unmoulding; trying to lift it while warm can crack the pastry or spill the filling.
Can you freeze a jam tart?
Yes, you can freeze a baked jam tart once it has cooled completely. Wrap it well to protect the pastry, thaw it at room temperature, and warm it briefly in the oven if you want to refresh the crust.
Jam tart Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.65µg · 6% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.61mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.85µg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Sodium
116mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
53mg · 2% DV
Jam tart Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Jam tart
To burn the 204 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Jam tart?
A jam tart is made by baking jam in a pastry shell, often with a shortcrust base. It is a familiar home-baking treat in Britain, where small individual tarts are a classic way to use a favourite jam; larger versions are also easy to share. The pastry turns crisp and buttery, while the filling becomes warm, glossy and fruit-sweet.
Serve it at room temperature or slightly warm, with tea as an afternoon treat, or as a simple dessert. Its pastry and jam make it a sweet, energy-dense bake, with relatively little protein or fibre. A modest piece pairs well with unsweetened tea, or with plain yoghurt and fresh fruit if you’d like a less rich serving.
How Nutritious Is Jam tart?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Jam tart Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Jam tart Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Jam tart Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Jam tart Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.31g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
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