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Lemon Curd Tart Recipe

Name: Lemon Curd Tart Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour if desired); 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small cubes; 1/4 tsp salt; 2 tbsp ice water; 4 large egg yolks; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6 lemons); 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces; 1 tbsp lemon zest; Whipped cream and fresh berries for serving (optional)

American Cuisine Diet Gluten-free Vegetarian

How to make Lemon Curd Tart ?

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Serve: 8

Ingredients for Lemon Curd Tart Recipe

#	Ingredients
1.	1 cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour if desired)
2.	1/4 cup granulated sugar
3.	1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small cubes
4.	1/4 tsp salt
5.	2 tbsp ice water
6.	4 large egg yolks
7.	3/4 cup granulated sugar
8.	1/4 cup cornstarch
9.	1/4 tsp salt
10.	1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6 lemons)
11.	1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
12.	1 tbsp lemon zest
13.	Whipped cream and fresh berries for serving (optional)

Steps of Lemon Curd Tart Recipe

#	Steps
1.	In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand. Add the ice water and mix until the dough just comes together. Flatten the dough into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
2.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface and place in a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Press the dough into the pan and trim the edges. Prick the bottom of the dough with a fork several times. Line the dough with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
3.	Bake the crust for 15 minutes. Remove the parchment paper and weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4.	To make the lemon curd filling, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan until smooth. Gradually whisk in the lemon juice. Add the butter and lemon zest and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil, about 10-12 minutes.
5.	Remove the pan from the heat and pour the lemon curd into the cooled tart crust. Smooth the top with a spatula and let cool to room temperature. Chill the tart in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
6.	Serve the lemon curd tart with whipped cream and fresh berries, if desired.

Be sure to use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. If the lemon curd filling is not thickening after 10-12 minutes, increase the heat slightly and continue whisking until it boils. You can make the tart crust and lemon curd filling ahead of time and assemble the tart just before serving. This recipe can also be made with lime or orange juice for a delicious twist. Enjoy your tangy and sweet lemon curd tart!