Lemon Curd Tartlets
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Curd Tartlets, a perfect blend of buttery shortcrust pastry and vibrant, tangy lemon curd. These charming mini tarts are ideal for any occasion—from afternoon tea to festive gatherings—and will impress your guests with their beautiful flower-shaped design and refreshing citrus flavor. With just six simple ingredients, they are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. Enjoy these tartlets chilled, dusted with icing sugar, and served alongside fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of elegance.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 tartlets
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
- Fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- Caster sugar
- Eggs
- Unsalted butter
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the shortcrust pastry on a floured surface until about 3mm thick.
- 2. Cut circles from the pastry and fit them into tartlet tins. Trim excess pastry.
- 3. Blind bake the shells lined with parchment paper and baking weights for 10 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
- 4. For the lemon curd, whisk eggs and caster sugar in a bowl, then mix in lemon juice, zest, and softened butter. Cook over medium heat while stirring until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- 5. Fill each cooled tart shell with lemon curd generously.
- 6. Refrigerate for at least one hour to set before serving. Dust with icing sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 57mg
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