Description
Lemon Curd Tartlets are the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, encased in a buttery, flaky crust. These elegant mini desserts are ideal for any occasion—from casual brunches to sophisticated dinner parties. Each tartlet features a smooth, luscious lemon curd filling made from fresh lemons, sugar, and eggs, creating a refreshing treat that is both satisfying and vibrant. Simple to prepare yet impressive in presentation, these tartlets will delight your guests and elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Fresh lemons
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Gradually add cold water to form dough; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough and cut circles for muffin tins. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- For the lemon curd, whisk together sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and zest in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened (about 10 minutes). Stir in butter until melted.
- Spoon cooled lemon curd into baked shells and chill for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg