Mini Lemon Curd Tart
Mini Lemon Curd Tarts are the perfect bite-sized dessert that combines a flaky, buttery crust with a tangy, creamy lemon curd filling. Each tart captures the essence of sunshine, making them an ideal treat for any gathering or a delightful way to brighten your day. With their charming size and refreshing flavor, these tarts are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes 12 mini tarts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 2 large fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for curd)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add cold water until dough holds together. Press into mini tart pans and prick with a fork.
- Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden brown. Cool completely.
- For lemon curd, whisk lemon juice, zest, sugar, and eggs in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve and let cool slightly before filling cooled tart shells.
- Top with whipped heavy cream if desired and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini tart (40g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg