Lemon Tart Recipe
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Lemon Tart Recipe
Description
This Lemon Tart Recipe involves preparing a pie crust and filling it with a lemon custard made from whole lemon quarters, granulated sugar, softened butter, eggs, egg yolk, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt. The crust is blind baked to a light golden before adding the filling. The filling ingredients are processed until smooth and baked until set but still slightly soft in the center, creating a creamy yet firm texture upon cooling.
The sharp acidity of fresh lemon is balanced by sweetness and butter, resulting in a bright, luscious filling inside the crisp pastry shell. The tart benefits from chilling after baking to fully set and develop flavor, and it can be served with freshly whipped cream for added richness.
This dessert suits those seeking a flavorful lemon treat with a tender crust and smooth custard, suitable for finishing off a meal or special occasion dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 x recipe pie crust
- 1 medium lemon (about 4 1/2 oz/130g)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar 12 oz / 340 g
- ½ cup butter softened, 4 oz / 115 g
- 4 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons corn starch ½ oz/15g
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1½ oz/42g
- ¼ teaspoon salt