Joulutorttu
INGREDIENTS
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500g unsalted butter; cubed, at room temperature
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500g light ricotta
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500g plain flour
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Mix butter and flour together with fingers to form a crumby consistency. Add ricotta and mix until it all comes together to form dough. Roll into a ball then flatten into a disc shape and wrap in cling wrap, place in the fridge for 30 minutes.
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Filling:
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300g pitted prunes
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4 tbs sugar
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Water – just enough to cover the prunes in a medium sized saucepan
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Jam:
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Soak prunes for 2 hours, rinse, then place into a saucepan. Add water and sugar to the pan. Bring to the boil then reduce heat and simmer until the prunes have completely softened (about 15-20 minutes). Stir every so often to ensure they do not stick
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