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Lemon tart
Lemon tart
Lemon tart is a delicious dessert that combines a buttery pastry crust with a tangy and refreshing lemon filling. It’s a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. The crust is usually made with flour, butter, and a touch of sugar, while the filling consists of eggs, sugar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sometimes lemon zest for an extra zing.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small cubes
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon ice water (if needed)
For the filling:
- 4-5 large lemons juiced (about 1 cup of lemon juice)
- 2 lemons zest (optional, for extra flavor)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, combine the flour, butter, sugar, and salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg yolk and pulse again until the dough starts to come together. If needed, add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough forms a ball.
- Press the dough evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Make sure to press it up the sides as well. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent the crust from puffing up during baking.
- Pre-bake the crust for about 10 minutes until it’s just starting to turn golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest (if using). Slowly pour in the melted butter while whisking continuously until well combined.
- Pour the lemon filling into the pre-baked crust. Carefully place the tart back into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set, with a slight jiggle in the middle.
- Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to develop and the tart to firm up.
- Before serving, you can dust the tart with powdered sugar or garnish it with fresh berries for some extra flair.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 827kcal (41%)Carbohydrates: 109g (36%)Protein: 13g (26%)Fat: 41g (63%)Saturated Fat: 24g (150%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 304mg (101%)Sodium: 219mg (10%)Potassium: 281mg (8%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 66g (73%)Vitamin A: 1391IU (28%)Vitamin C: 61mg (74%)Calcium: 81mg (8%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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