Description
Lemon Curd Tartlets are a vibrant and delicious dessert that perfectly balances the zesty flavor of fresh lemons with the buttery richness of flaky pastry. These charming little treats, shaped like flowers, are ideal for any gathering—be it a festive holiday celebration or a casual afternoon tea. With just six simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these delightful tartlets in no time. Their refreshing taste and elegant presentation will leave your guests impressed and craving more.
Ingredients
- Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
- Fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- Caster sugar
- Eggs
- Unsalted butter
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out pastry if necessary and cut into circles to fit tartlet tins.
- Prick each pastry case with a fork, line with parchment paper, and fill with baking beans. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove paper and beans and bake for an additional 5 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, combine lemon juice, zest, caster sugar, eggs, and butter. Cook over low heat while stirring until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Allow lemon curd to cool slightly before filling the pastry cases generously.
- Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before dusting with icing sugar and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet (50g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg