Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of a Lemon Custard Tart, a perfect blend of creamy custard and zesty lemon flavor. This elegant dessert features a buttery shortcrust base that complements the smooth, tangy filling, making it ideal for any occasion—from summer picnics to dinner parties. With straightforward ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can impress their guests with this stunning treat. Serve chilled with a dusting of powdered sugar or alongside fresh berries for an extra touch of sophistication. Enjoy the balance of sweet and tart with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 egg yolk
- 1½ cups whole milk
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine flour, ¼ cup sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and cold water; mix until dough forms.
- Press dough into a tart pan. Chill for 20–30 minutes, then pre-bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, and egg yolks. Gradually add milk and cook over medium heat while stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour custard into crust; bake for an additional 25–30 minutes until just set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (128g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 115mg