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Classic Lemon Tart
A delightful dessert that balances sweet and tangy flavors with a velvety lemon curd filling and a buttery crust.
Prep Time
15
minutes
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Cook Time
35
minutes
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Total Time
50
minutes
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Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
French
Keyword:
Easy, Sweet, Tangy
Servings:
8
servings
Calories:
250
kcal
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Tart Pan
Saucepan
Ingredients
Tart Crust
1.25
cups
All Purpose Flour
(150g)
1/4
teaspoon
Salt
1/2
cup
Butter
cold and cut into small pieces (113g)
1/4
cup
Granulated Sugar
(50g)
2
tablespoons
Cream
(10ml)
1
large
Egg Yolk
Lemon Curd Filling
1/2
cup
Lemon Juice
freshly squeezed (120ml)
2
tablespoons
Lemon Zest
zest of 2 lemons
1
cup
Granulated Sugar
(200g)
1/2
cup
Butter
(113g)
4
large
Eggs
2
large
Egg Yolks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the granulated sugar and cream.
Add the egg yolk and gently mix until the dough comes together into a ball.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and roll it to fit your tart pan.
Press the dough into the pan, trim the edges, and prick the bottom with a fork.
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and sugar until combined.
Add the eggs and additional yolks, whisking until smooth.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Slowly pour in the lemon mixture, stirring constantly.
Cook the mixture, continuing to stir, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Don’t let it boil!
Pour the thickened hot curd into the baked tart shell.
Return the tart to the oven for 10-15 minutes, until the filling is just set and slightly wobbly in the center.
Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
Chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving for the best texture.
Notes
Top with whipped cream or berries for extra flavor!
Nutrition
Calories:
250
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
30
g
|
Protein:
3
g
|
Fat:
14
g
|
Saturated Fat:
8
g
|
Cholesterol:
70
mg
|
Sodium:
100
mg
|
Potassium:
50
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
15
g
|
Vitamin A:
500
IU
|
Vitamin C:
10
mg
|
Calcium:
20
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg