The Perfect Lemon Tart ๐
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 tart
Description:
Indulge in the exquisite blend of citrusy zest and creamy texture with this Perfect Lemon Tart recipe sourced from ‘Luscious Lemon Desserts.’ Impressively easy to make, this tart promises a burst of refreshing lemon flavor in every bite. Be mindful to check for any cracks in the prebaked crust, as the filling might seep through. But worry not, a simple paste of flour and water will seal them seamlessly. With approximately 4 lemons, this tart embodies the essence of sunshine in a dessert!
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter | 1/2 cup |
| Lemons, zest of | 2 |
| All-purpose flour | 1 3/4 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 1 1/4 cups |
| Salt | Pinch |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Fresh lemon juice | 6 tablespoons |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Confectioners’ sugar | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 350ยฐF.
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Prepare Tart Pan:
- Get an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom ready for use.
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Make Crust:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the melted butter and let it stand for 5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour the butter-zest mixture into the dry ingredients gradually, stirring with a fork until the dough starts to come together.
- Transfer the dough to the tart pan and evenly press it up the sides and into the bottom using your fingertips.
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Bake Crust:
- Bake the crust for about 20 minutes or until it turns light golden brown.
- Let it cool on a wire rack while you prepare the filling.
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Prepare Filling:
- In a food processor, grind the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon zest until finely ground.
- Whisk together eggs, the sugar-zest mixture, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the cream in a separate bowl until it forms soft peaks.
- Gently whisk the whipped cream into the egg mixture until just combined.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Place a baking sheet in the oven and set the crust on it.
- Pour the prepared filling into the still-warm crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is just set in the center.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the tart to cool on a wire rack.
- Just before serving, generously sift confectioners’ sugar over the tart.
- Cut it into wedges and serve!
Notes:
- You may adjust the amount of lemon zest according to your preference and the potency of your lemons.
- Some find that slightly reducing the amount of zest and tasting the batter before baking yields the perfect balance of lemon flavor.
Enjoy the delightful harmony of tangy lemon and velvety cream in every heavenly slice of this Perfect Lemon Tart!
