Description
These delightful Lemon Curd Tartlets are a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, nestled in a buttery crust. Easy to make and a beautiful addition to any dessert spread.
Ingredients
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Tart Shells:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water
Filling and Garnish:
- 3/4 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh berries or whipped cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Make Tart Shells: In a food processor, combine flour and powdered sugar. Add cold butter and pulse until mixture resembles crumbs. Add cold water gradually until dough forms. Shape into balls and press into muffin cups. Bake until golden.
- Fill Tartlets: Cool tart shells, then spoon lemon curd into each. Garnish with berries or whipped cream.
- Chill and Serve: Chill tartlets before serving.
Notes
- Tart shells can be made ahead and stored for up to 3 days.
- You can use store-bought or homemade lemon curd.
- Consider using pre-made mini tart shells for a quicker option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tartlet
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
