Description
Whipping up this classic Lemon Tart brings sunshine right to your dessert table with a buttery crust and tangy filling that’ll make taste buds dance. Creamy, zesty perfection awaits when you slice into this French-inspired treat that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ½ cup heavy cream
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Finishing Ingredients:
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Combine 1 ¼ cups flour, ½ cup softened butter, ¼ cup powdered sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a mixing bowl. Blend ingredients until they resemble coarse crumbs.
- Incorporate the egg yolk into the mixture. Knead until a cohesive dough forms.
- Gently press the dough into a 9-inch tart pan, ensuring an even layer across the bottom and sides. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Place the chilled crust in a preheated oven at 350°F. Bake for 20 minutes until the edges turn a light golden brown.
- Whisk together ¼ cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and ½ cup heavy cream in a separate bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Remove the baked crust from the oven and carefully pour the lemon filling over the golden surface.
- Return the tart to the 350°F oven. Bake for an additional 25 minutes until the filling sets and appears slightly firm when gently shaken.
- Remove from the oven and allow the tart to cool completely at room temperature for about 1 hour before slicing.
- Slice and serve the tart chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Chilling the crust helps prevent shrinking and creates a more stable base for your tart.
- Use fresh, room-temperature eggs for the smoothest, most silky filling texture.
- Zest lemons carefully to avoid the bitter white pith, which can make your tart taste harsh.
- Dust the tart with powdered sugar just before serving for a classic, elegant finish that adds a touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Tarts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 314 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg