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Creamy Lemon Tart Recipe Easy Classic Dessert

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A bright, refreshing dessert with a creamy lemon filling and buttery homemade crust, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons ice water
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the flour and sugar. Add in the cold butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and pulse again. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
  2. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape it into a disk, and wrap it in plastic. Chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough to fit your tart pan. Gently press it into the pan and trim the edges.
  4. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes. Let cool.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and egg yolks until smooth. Add lemon juice, zest, cream, and butter, whisking until combined.
  6. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl to remove any zest or egg bits.
  7. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
  8. Let the tart cool completely before serving. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Notes

[‘Keep butter cold when making the crust for a flaky texture.’, ‘Strain the filling for an ultra-smooth texture.’, ‘Chill the crust dough before rolling to prevent shrinking during baking.’, ‘Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.’, ‘Cover the tart loosely with foil if the filling is browning too quickly.’]

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Keywords: lemon tart, creamy dessert, easy tart recipe, classic dessert, lemon pastry

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