Description
Savor the delightful taste of Easy Lemon Curd Tartlets, a perfect blend of tangy lemon curd nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. These bite-sized treats are ideal for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant dinner parties. Their refreshing sweet and tart flavor makes them a standout dessert that everyone will love. With minimal preparation time, you can create these charming pastries that not only impress visually but also tantalize the taste buds. Whether topped with fresh berries or served plain, these tartlets offer a burst of citrus joy in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, combine 1 cup flour, ½ cup chilled butter, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt; pulse until crumbly.
- Add 1 egg yolk and 2 tablespoons cold water; pulse until dough forms.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes, then roll out and cut into circles for mini tartlet pans.
- Bake the shells for 12-15 minutes until golden; let cool completely.
- For the lemon curd, cook together 1 cup lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, 4 eggs, and ½ cup butter over medium heat until thickened. Stir in zest.
- Fill cooled tartlet shells with lemon curd and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg