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Spelt Valentine’s Raspberry Tart

A romantic, top-down photo of a Spelt Valentine’s Raspberry Tart with a golden crust and glossy red raspberry filling, dusted with icing sugar and garnished with fresh raspberries.

A Sweet Treat Made with Love

This Spelt Valentine’s Raspberry Tart is everything you want in a romantic dessert — simple, beautiful, and irresistibly delicious. The spelt flour gives the crust a nutty, wholesome taste, while the raspberries bring bright, natural sweetness. Together, they create a dessert that’s both rustic and elegant.

It’s a perfect choice for Valentine’s Day or any time you want to bake something thoughtful without too much fuss. You’ll love how the spelt pastry stays crisp, and the ruby-red filling shines with a touch of jammy sweetness.

Why You’ll Love This Tart

It’s lighter and more flavourful than a classic shortcrust tart. The spelt flour adds depth, making it taste homemade and comforting — but still special enough for a celebration. Fresh raspberries give a vibrant pop of colour, while a simple glaze gives it a glossy finish.

Serve it with a dollop of cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or enjoy it as is — this tart is lovely warm or chilled.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Rest Time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Estimated Cost: 7
Calories: 320
Best Season: Spring
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description

A crisp, nutty spelt crust filled with juicy raspberries and a hint of sweetness — a simple yet elegant dessert for Valentine’s Day.

Ingredients
    For the spelt crust:
  • 200 g white spelt flour
  • 100 g cold butter (cubed)
  • 2 tbsp caster sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1-2 tbsp cold water
    • For the filling:
  • 250 g fresh raspberries
  • 2 tbsp raspberry jam
  • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
    • For glaze (optional):
  • 1 tbsp raspberry jam (warmed)
  • 1 tsp water
    • To serve
  • Icing sugar (for dusting)
  • Whipped cream or ice cream (optional)
Instructions
    Make the pastry.
  1. 1
    Mix flour and sugar in a bowl. Rub in butter until mixture looks like breadcrumbs. Add egg yolk and just enough cold water to form a dough.
    2. Chill.
  2. 2
    Shape into a disc, wrap in cling film, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
    3. Preheat the oven.
  3. 3
    Heat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Roll out pastry on a lightly floured surface and line a 20–22 cm tart tin. Trim edges and prick base with a fork.
    4. Blind bake.
  4. 4
    Line pastry with baking paper, fill with baking beans, and bake for 12 minutes. Remove beans and paper, then bake for another 5 minutes until pale golden.
    5. Prepare filling.
  5. 5
    In a bowl, mix raspberries, jam, cornflour, lemon juice, and sugar until just coated.
    6. Assemble and bake.
  6. 6
    Spoon the filling into the tart shell and bake for 15 minutes or until bubbling and golden at the edges.
    7. Finish.
  7. 7
    Warm a spoonful of jam with water and brush over the tart for a glossy finish. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Cholesterol 55mg19%
Sodium 90mg4%
Potassium 140mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 19g
Protein 5g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Additional Notes

You can prepare the pastry ahead and freeze it for up to a month. The tart tastes great served warm with cream or cold with a dusting of icing sugar.

Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Keywords: spelt tart, raspberry tart, valentine’s dessert, easy tart recipe, spelt pastry

Tips & Variations

  • Make it extra special: Arrange the raspberries in a heart shape before baking.
  • Gluten tweak: Use half spelt, half plain flour for a lighter crust.
  • Jam options: Swap raspberry jam for strawberry or redcurrant.
  • Vegan version: Replace butter with coconut oil and egg yolk with 2 tbsp chilled plant milk.

Conclusion

This Spelt Valentine’s Raspberry Tart is the perfect way to show love through baking — simple, pretty, and full of flavour. With its golden crust and ruby centre, it’s sure to impress anyone lucky enough to get a slice. Bake it once, and it’ll become your go-to Valentine’s dessert.

Read it online: https://greatbritishspeltrecipes.com/recipe/spelt-valentines-raspberry-tart/
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A dietitian with a passion for spelt cooking. After trying different diets, I found spelt works best in my kitchen. Join me for simple, delicious recipes that bring out the best in this ancient grain!