Making Hungarian/Jam Tart - Quick and easy but still delicious tea time treat!

Making Hungarian tart, or jam tart as we called it, as a treat for the kids was a regular exercise in the Luckan household. This was one of my go to recipes for when we needed the perfect accompaniment for tea time! Also does great during Diwali time!
Ingredients
4 cups cake flour, sieved
4 tsp baking powder
4 tbs oil
2 large eggs
250g margarine
1 tsp vanilla essence
4 tbs castor sugar
jam of your choice for spreading
desiccated Coconut to dust on jam (optional)
Icing sugar to dust at the end
Serve with a nice cup of tea or coffee at breakfast time or at tea time!

[@selinabalaram1701]

Loved the video. Just thought I'd share a trick my aunt used to do. The piece for dough that is grated at the end must be put in the freezer for a little while so it makes it easier grate. Love your cooking channel and learning so much. Take care Selina

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks! that's a great tip - we shall try it out :P

[@marlenebornman1841]

Great idea with the coconut . ....I too put my dough in the fridge before grating. I find if it freezes it does not grill so nice on top

[@AR-yv3dj]

Another way is to roll it out and cut out strips and lay it in a criss cross manner

[@shaidabanoo1105]

Thank u aunt u are special an great an so kind an honest to share you're recepes may u be blessed

[@AR-yv3dj]

I like your presentation and talking. No unwanted talking or overacting.

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks so much!

[@asiahnoormohamed1052]

I enjoy your videos because you do not put up an accent you are a natural God Bless

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you so much

[@deliapeters2174]

I'm so happy i finally found the best lady that can bake and cook .u make it so easy for me and your measurements are tovthe t, some ppl dnt gv excact measurements but u wow. Keep sharing coz I only trust u wit me in the kitchen.

[@yasminkhalik9651]

Hi the jam tarts look delicious. I lost my mum's recipe so I found ur one. I will definitely try it, soon. Thanx for sharing.

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Hope you enjoy 😉

[@elisabethdavid3926]

I used to make this for my gran all the time when I lived in Durban, she loved them. She was an amazing cook herself but was always nervous about using the oven. She taught me so much about cooking, for that I'm so greatful. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and technique, we are blessed by it.💖💖💖

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Even I myself am not the most comfortable using the oven here at home. Pranesh helps me out with the settings so that we don’t burn our baking! It’s a pleasure, thank you for your lovely words 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@elisabethdavid3926]

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan wow you are such a sweetheart ma, God bless and keep you always. And thanks Pranesh for helping 💖💖

[@charmaine8217]

Woow❤️ simple and sharing in the language we all know and grew up with. You are amazing gran love your channel 💃😘

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@tasavaneepillai5041]

Simply love all your videos ma i appreciate the effort and time put into your delightful videos be blessed and take care ❤️🙏

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

You are so welcome! Thanks for being part of the community!

[@vigienaidoo3234]

Thank you aunt for the lovely recipe

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

You are most welcome!

[@junaidmuhammed5740]

Only my all time favorite tart. Thanks for the upload Ma

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

My pleasure 🙏🏼

[@vroodamakhan1895]

Thanks for sharing all your awesome recipes. Hungarian tart is always a favourite. Pranesh I hope you enjoyed the tart with your tea. Sending lots of love from a rainy East London, Eastern Cape 🙏❤️🙏

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Hi Vrooda, thanks so much! He did enjoy it very much!

[@suripaul2698]

U such a kind and amazing person. Soo much luv

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks so much!

[@gonumvengethasamy8654]

U explain so well in your Durbsn accent love the way u cook

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@hafizaidrees7086]

U remind me my childhood my sister use to make this recipe when we were in east Africa and this was south African recipe thank u for tha recipe😘🥰🤩😍

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

My pleasure, let me know if you give it a try!

[@geetharamtahal6990]

Hello gaithree devi ji i missed u a lot as i was also unwell just saw ur Hungarian tart recipe great job as u gave us a big amt. To make so we can share with others to i am about ur age n what u are doing is so admirable do not let comments bother you u i am your biggest fan

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you. But also you can cut ingredients proportionally and make a smaller tart if you prefer. Hope you are back to full health soon!

[@rachealselvaranijames3547]

Looks so delicious, will definately try this. Gaithree you make the recipes so easy to follow,.... Thank you. Pranesh is very blessed to have you as a mum

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you 🙏🏼 Yes he is!

[@zubedavawda1074]

Greetings to u aunt u sure hv made my day this was one of my favorite biscuits when I was child still is thankyou sooo much for the recipe I will definitely be making it one of the days. God bless you always with good health wealth peace and happiness. 🙏♥️

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you so much and hope you enjoy!

[@preasingh5301]

Beautiful jam tart, lovely recipe One of my favorite favorite. Love your channel you are Tops. 👍👍👍1️⃣👌👌👌😘😉❤️😍

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Ah that’s so kind! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@preasingh5301]

Beautiful recipe .Love your baking aunty.you are Super Star 💫✨

[@fareedaismail2188]

Hi . Looks lovely. 💯💯💯 I was watching all your other videos 💯 just amazing. Take care. Best wishes

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks so much for being part of the community!

[@joycepillay7529]

thank you aunty Devi i waited for this recipie so so long thank you for sharing.👍👍👍🙏🙏☕

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Most welcome 😊

[@racheldillraj5291]

My family loves this I make it often but thank u for sharing Nani, 💓

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks Rachel! It’s quite a popular recipe it seems!

[@shivanilandie3043]

Love the vibes

[@juliamaraba7335]

I enjoy your cooking and baking I am 73 I am in South Africa where are you from love

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

I'm based in Johannesburg

[@HaanSolo22]

Tysm I love this recipe

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Most welcome 😊

[@preminaidoo3648]

Hi gaithree lovely recipe i just put mine i. The oven now . U r such an inspiration to woman . If u take off your washing nachine cover it will fit under your cupboard . I have done that in my sons house n it works . ❤ lots of love to u . Keep on baking ma .

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks so much how did the final product taste. The cupboards don't allow the washing machine to go all the way back so it's not the height but rather the depth that is the problem

[@ghonamiyer5812]

So Yummylicious, My Fave of all the Jam Tarts🙏 Enjoy your Cool Sunday Didi, we are having Beautiful Rains☔☔☔, Lots of Love ❤️

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Also raining quite steadily here! Thanks so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@carolnaidoosametoyousasha8237]

Thank you for the recipe.. my favourite.❤❤❤

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Only a pleasure!

[@margaretessay6002]

It’s one of my favorites I make it but after the jam & coconut I slice up some dates I also add icing sugar over the top when it comes out of the oven ....it comes out very nice ...love your recipes ..stay well & safe

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Yea we forgot the icing sugar 🙊😂😂

[@sherona7153]

One of my favorites since I was a little girl

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Yes a very nostalgic recipe this, even for us! What is your choice of jam flavour?

[@shanalawrence4381]

Good morning Mum. It is indeed beautiful 😊 it's my daughter's favourite. I was just thinking about you, and here I see you with a new recipe. Just got back from jhb last night. We had to use the back roads to JHB on Friday. Took us literally 12hrs🥺 we could have been to PE... I actually wanted to know if you've cooked braised turkey or a turkey fry with onions and chillies, and just a tomato or 2. I haven't cooked it before, was thinking of trying it. Please share 🙏🤗 Enjoy your Sunday, mum 🤗🙏

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Yeah we had friends traveling down to Durban from up here and they also had to divert and took much longer! We haven’t tried Turkey that way ourselves. Just roast but will experiment a little bit

[@shanalawrence4381]

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan thanks Mum 🤗 feel to have your Hungarian tart you baked with a nice cup of tea, right now 🙂

[@shikshZN]

ooh yummy in my tummy 😍I only eat two home baked goodies which is date roll and ofcourse jam tarts.....gonna try this recipe, thanks a ton

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Let us know how it comes out 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@shikshZN]

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan I've tried the recipe and it came out divine....my family are throughly enjoying right now

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

@@shikshZN wow that was quick! I’m glad you guys enjoyed it 👏🏾👏🏾

[@tanyabooysen3958]

Thanks aunty,I will be making this very soon.

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Great Tanya! Let us know how it goes

[@imimoodley7406]

Thank you for the recipe....we also prefer the thicker base.Just wanted to ask...my tart loses its crispness after a few days....can I add some maizena to keep it crisp?is so,how much should I add for 4 cups of flour?thank you for all the recipes...every one i tried worked out Perfectly!!!

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Maizena may make the pastry base too dry when it’s freshly baked. I would try an alternate solution - when you are storing the cut jam tart pieces in a container add some sugar to the bottom of the container and then place wax wrap over this sugar. Then place your jam tart pieces on the wax paper and seal the container. The sugar should help keep the initial crispness for longer (it acts as a desiccant of sorts).

[@ashneegovender9292]

Tried this recipe and it was devine

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

I'm so glad you enjoyed!

[@reenamaharaj3678]

Yummy my old time favorite ❤

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Its so good!

[@juliamaraba7335]

Thank you dear you are the best

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Most welcome 😊

[@evasolomon-ku1cs]

Tried this was delicious❤

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

So glad!

[@claudettemaistry4074]

Love your videos

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@vanessaagathine6959]

Gorgeous. Thank you ❤️ ❤❤

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

My Pleasure!

[@priyamadhoo7266]

one of my favorite treats since childhood👌..so yummy and delicious💯💕

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

This in a very nostalgic recipe for many of us! Someone must have shared in Durban and all the Durban moms made it!

[@giogioskara237]

My favorite .. actually was going to bake this today… Just need time .. I always drizzle icing sugar after it bakes.. 💕🕺💃💃

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks Stanley. Yes we forgot the icing sugar (we had it in the other room) but usually also sprinkle after cooling for a little bit as well

[@shivanilandie3043]

My ma would love this

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

This is one of the recipes that is filled with nostalgia!

[@shameancompton4355]

Thank you and God bless. 🤗

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

You are so welcome!

[@moonsamypam4606]

Looks delicious

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks it was 🙏🏼

[@charmainenaicker5857]

Thank you aunty, its looks awesome❤

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@EsmeWilliams-k1k]

What size baking dish are you using?

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

It is the 30x19cm

[@pranithasannah3402]

Thank u ma 😘 my family's favorite 💓

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

My Pleasure!

[@draupadiomkar56]

Hello aunty ji, what can I use to substitute 2 eggs for Diwali?

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Hi you can try substituting each egg for 1/4 cup yoghurt or buttermilk. Also check out the eggless cake recipes we have done such as the snowballs, the chocolate cake and we have a soji cake loading tomorrow (Sunday) morning.

[@neitishasingh3787]

This is scrumptious! Please can you do a video on making milk tart 😊

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Ok we will try to put one up soon!

[@romillarambirich9668]

Very nice

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you!

[@nishamahes4934]

Do you have an eggless recipe?

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Will try to upload soon!

[@tazmiakissonduth4440]

Pls teach me how to bake butter biscuits

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Hi please see if this is the recipe you are looking for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqOniouBn9mIjJo

[@indiranaicker8394]

Thanks maji love the recipe

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

My pleasure 🙏🏼

[@vigienaidoo3234]

Can this recipe be made without eggs please

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Will try to share soon. Will have to try some egg substitutes and see which works

[@ashnee7281]

Question.... I noted that mum added the wet ingredients to the dry. Does it matter if I added dry to wet, and knead? I usually always add dry to wet. Is there a difference in the final result?

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

No particular reason. We just prepared the wet ingredients first and it was in a smaller bowl so then we added to the bigger bowl to be able to work the dough…

[@dwayneblenkinsopp1095]

yum i think its time to bake 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Let us know how it comes out!

[@preashniepadayachee7739]

❤❤❤

[@dayanandbaijnath5257]

Please make a eggless Hungarian tart thanks

[@christinemeleg4535]

This is a favorite in our home, but a word to the non Hungarians coconut is never used traditionally, they don't grow there! sometimes my Nagymama (Grandmother in Hungarian) would use slivered almonds. Use what you like and enjoy!

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks for sharing! We will give that a try!

[@christinemeleg4535]

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan Toast them very slightly first, almost no color, then use them in the recipe! Thank you for relying!

[@KarunaGovindasamy-sm7nn]

Thank U

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

A pleasure!

[@jeevapillay2581]

Mum you are the best beautiful woman thanks for sharing 👍 ❤ 💕 love always ❤

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thank you 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@juliamaraba7335]

Thankyoufriendloveyou

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks so much 🙏🏼

[@yeshidaindraj9694]

But during Diwali we don't use eggs😊

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Yes that's correct - I will need to upload the eggless recipe.

[@tumallanonyamane6231]

Sharp rl

[@Mother-bird]

สวัสดี🙏🙏♥️🤟♥️👍👍

[@heidinaidoo1977]

Wow so nice and easy method.Thank you so much aunty.Always stay blessed and we look foward to you teaching us many more things in the future.

[@fatimaally844]

1. Use butter 2. Add dry ingredients to wet 3. Its a biscuit dough, kneading is not necessary 4. Dough should be soft, not elastic/hard 5. Bake for max 20 minutes to ensure biscuit does not dry out 6. I noticed the base was a bit unbaked - it was too thick

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

Thanks for the feedback, we will try to adjust. The base was baked through, we checked and made sure it was.

[@KYRA_FX]

Nobody asked for your recipe, Fatima. Just appreciate the video and keep it moving.

[@marismith5081]

@@GaithreeDeviLuckan I make my base thicker too. My children prefer it thicker. I also mix my dough by hand. I think people get confused by the word knead from mix. Thanks for the coconut tip I'm sure going to add it next time. Your recipes are truly a gem. Thank you for taking the time to share with us appreciated. Be well sister.

[@shanalawrence4381]

@@marismith5081 We also bake a thicker base. Never tried with coconut, so will also give that a try. My favourite Jam to use is strawberry

[@GaithreeDeviLuckan]

@@marismith5081 thanks so much. Yes I think we also prefer the thicker base and therefore allowing the extra time for it to cook through nicely. 🙏🏼🙏🏼