Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of crafting a French Lemon Tart with Lemon Curd. This exquisite dessert features a crisp, buttery pastry crust complemented by a vibrant lemon curd filling that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess. Ideal for family gatherings, elegant dinner parties, or just a refreshing treat after dinner, this tart is sure to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and zesty flavor. The combination of fresh lemon juice and zest creates a bright taste that awakens the palate, making this dessert not only delicious but also visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for filling)
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt (for filling)
- 2 large eggs (for filling)
- 4 large egg yolks
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Blend until mixed.
- Add cubed cold butter and pulse until pea-sized pieces form. Mix in the egg and vanilla until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Trim excess edges and poke holes in the bottom; freeze for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden brown. Cool before adding lemon curd filling.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (108g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 74mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 118mg