Jam and coconut tarts
Jam and coconut tarts are sweet pastry treats filled with smooth apricot jam and a moist coconut sponge, baked until golden. The Thermomix weighs, mixes and whisks everything in one bowl, making the batter evenly blended in minutes. Ideal as a dessert, afternoon treat or lunchbox surprise for coconut lovers.
About this recipe
Jam and coconut tarts Thermomix TM7 style bring a beloved bakery classic straight into your kitchen with barely any effort. Searching for easy dessert recipes or coconut tart recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine ends here: this treat layers smooth apricot jam beneath a moist coconut sponge made with desiccated coconut, butter, eggs and a hint of baking powder for lift. The TM7 handles the whole process in a single mixing bowl, from weighing the plain flour and sugar precisely to blending the batter into a lump-free consistency in seconds. The result is a golden tart with a chewy coconut topping and a fruity, sticky centre that stays soft even the next day. Perfect for afternoon tea, children's parties, bake sales or a sweet weekend project, these tarts also freeze well once baked. Because every step happens in one bowl, you spend less time washing up and more time enjoying these nostalgic little desserts with family and friends.
Preparation tips
- Spread the apricot jam in an even, thin layer across the pastry base before adding the coconut mixture, so it does not soak through and make the tart base soggy during baking.
- Let the tarts cool completely in the tin before removing them, as the jam layer stays extremely hot and can burn your mouth or cause the coconut topping to slide off.
- For a richer flavour, lightly toast the desiccated coconut in a dry pan before mixing it into the batter; this gives the topping a deeper, nuttier taste that children and adults both enjoy.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the unsalted butter with a plant-based margarine or coconut oil. The coconut flavour becomes even more pronounced, and the texture of the sponge remains beautifully moist and tender.
- Festive variation: swap the apricot jam for redcurrant or raspberry jam and add a few flakes of white chocolate on top after baking for a colourful Christmas treat that looks lovely on a seasonal dessert table.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Weighing precision - The integrated scale of the TM7 weighs the plain flour and sugar directly into the bowl to the gram. [Weighing]. [Precision Control]
- Even mixing - The Thermomix blends butter, eggs and desiccated coconut into a lump-free batter in seconds. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Fluffy whipping - The TM7 whisks the eggs with cream of tartar until pale and airy for a light sponge. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
- Hands-free kneading - The Thermomix kneads the pastry of flour, butter and water while you grease the tins. [Kneading]. [Hands-Free]
- Gentle heating - Controlled TM7 heating warms the apricot jam smoothly so it spreads evenly without scorching. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
Ingredients
- unsalted butter
- plain flour
- white sugar
- baking powder
- sea salt
- eggs
- water
- smooth apricot jam
- cream of tartar
- caster sugar