Lemon Curd Tartlets
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Lemon Curd Tartlets, a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. With a crisp shortcrust pastry base and a zesty lemon curd filling, these tartlets are not only visually stunning but also easy to make with just six simple ingredients. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or enjoying afternoon tea, their vibrant flavor and elegant presentation will impress your guests. Plus, these tartlets can be beautifully shaped into flowers or other designs for that extra touch of charm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
- Fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- Caster sugar
- Eggs
- Unsalted butter
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and roll out the shortcrust pastry on a floured surface until about 3mm thick. Cut circles to fit your tartlet tins and press them in gently, pricking the bases.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- For the lemon curd, whisk together eggs and caster sugar in a bowl. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; mix in the lemon mixture, stirring constantly until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Spoon lemon curd into cooled pastry shells and let set in the fridge for at least an hour.
- Dust with icing sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 156
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 56mg
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