Description
Lemon Curd Tartlets are a delightful dessert that bursts with zesty flavor and creamy texture. These charming mini tartlets feature a buttery crust filled with smooth lemon curd, creating a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Ideal for any occasion, from casual evenings to festive gatherings, they are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you’ll create a memorable treat that evokes sunshine with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Zest and juice of 2 large fresh lemons
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly. Press into mini tartlet pans.
- Bake shells for 15 minutes or until golden brown; let cool.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk lemon juice, zest, sugar, and eggs until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Fill cooled tartlet shells with lemon curd and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 65mg