Description
Lemon Curd Tartlets are a delightful fusion of sweet and tart flavors nestled in a buttery pastry shell. Perfect for any occasion, these mini desserts are bursting with the zesty goodness of fresh lemons, offering a refreshing finish to any meal. Each bite reveals a creamy lemon curd filling that contrasts beautifully with the flaky crust, making them as pleasing to the palate as they are to the eye. Whether you’re hosting an elegant dinner party or enjoying a casual afternoon tea, these tartlets are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Plus, they can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your gathering without stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- Juice from 3 fresh lemons
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Add cold butter and blend until crumbly.
- Stir in egg yolks until a dough forms. Roll out the dough and cut circles to fit your tartlet pans.
- Press the dough into the pans and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- For the filling, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, zest, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Once cooled, fill each tartlet shell with lemon curd and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 33mg