Description
Delightful mini lemon tarts featuring a tangy lemon curd filling in a buttery, flaky crust, perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add a bit of cold water until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles to fit tartlet pans, pressing gently into the pans.
- Pre-bake crusts for about 10 minutes or until golden.
- In a saucepan, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and zest over medium heat. Stir constantly until thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and whisk in butter until smooth.
- Fill pre-baked tart shells with lemon curd and bake again for another 10 minutes.
- Cool completely before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Consider adding fresh herbs like mint for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: mini tarts, lemon dessert, family recipe, baked goods, citrus desserts