Lemon Curd Tartlets

Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Curd Tartlets, a perfect blend of buttery shortcrust pastry and creamy lemon curd. These mini desserts offer a refreshing burst of citrus flavor, making them an ideal choice for afternoon tea or special occasions. Their elegant appearance and balanced sweetness make them a crowd-pleaser, while their simplicity ensures you can whip them up in no time. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or enjoy a light treat at home, these tartlets are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!

Prep Time30 mins

Cook Time25 mins

Total Time55 mins

Course: Dessert Cuisine: Various Keyword: Chill the pastry dough for better shape retention during baking. Strain the lemon curd to achieve a smooth filling. Customize by adding fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream on top. Servings: Serves approximately 12 tartlets Calories: 210kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

250 g All-Purpose Flour
50 g Icing Sugar
120 g Unsalted Butter (cold)
1 Large Egg
4 Egg Yolks
100 g Caster Sugar
125 ml Lemon Juice (about 3 large lemons)
75 g Unsalted Butter (at room temperature)

Instructions

Prepare Shortcrust Pastry: Mix flour, icing sugar, and salt. Rub in cold butter until crumbly. Combine with egg to form dough; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Roll Out Dough: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the chilled dough and cut into circles to fit tartlet tins.
Bake Shells: Prick pastry shells with a fork, add weights, and bake for about 15 minutes until golden.
Make Lemon Curd: Whisk egg yolks, caster sugar, lemon juice, and zest over low heat until thickened; stir in butter until smooth.
Assemble Tartlets: Pour lemon curd into cooled pastry shells and let cool completely before serving.

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