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French Lemon Tart

Prep Time

40 min

Servings

8

Cook Time

25 min

Pies & TartsMedium

French Lemon Tart

Bright, tangy lemon curd in a buttery shortbread crust. Elegant and refreshing!

1Ingredients

Adjust Servings
8
  • 1 1/4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold butter
  • 1 egg yolk
  • For curd: 4 eggs, 1 cup sugar, 3/4 cup lemon juice, zest of 3 lemons, 6 tbsp butter

2Instructions

  1. 1

    Make crust: pulse flour, sugar, butter; add yolk.

  2. 2

    Press into tart pan; chill 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Bake blind at 375°F for 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Make curd: whisk eggs, sugar, juice, zest over double boiler.

  5. 5

    Cook until thick; remove and whisk in butter.

  6. 6

    Pour into cooled crust; chill 3 hours.

Baker's Tips

  • Strain curd for silky smooth texture
  • Top with fresh berries or meringue