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Lemon Cream Tart

Lemon Cream Tart: Silky Smooth Delight for Any Occasion

This Lemon Cream Tart is a silky smooth dessert that combines a buttery crust with a vibrant lemon filling, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 batch Pâte Sucrée This sweet pastry dough creates the perfect buttery and flaky base.
  • 50 g Granulated Sugar Balances the flavors in the crust.
  • 115 g Unsalted Butter (Cold) Chilled for a flaky texture.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Adds richness and helps bind the dough.
  • 190 g All-Purpose Flour The foundation of the crust.
For the Cream Filling
  • 150 ml Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for maximum zest.
  • 150 g Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness to the filling.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 115 g Unsalted Butter (Room Temperature) Essential for achieving a creamy texture.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Tart pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • fork

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar, then cut in cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add egg yolks and mix gently until a dough forms. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled pâte sucrée and transfer it into the tart pan. Poke the base with a fork, blind bake for 15 minutes, remove weights, then bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together lemon juice, granulated sugar, and eggs. Cook until thickened and reaches 180°F (82°C).
  4. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in room-temperature butter until incorporated and smooth.
  5. Once the tart shell is cooled, pour the lemon filling into the crust. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  6. When ready to serve, remove from the tart pan and decorate with fresh berries and optional glaze for a glossy finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and chill thoroughly for optimal texture.

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