Easy Peasy 'Tart' Lemon Tart Recipe

Name: Easy Peasy 'Tart' Lemon Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pastry; 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (280 mL); 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1.2 cm); 3 tablespoons ice water; Filling; 3 eggs; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 lemon, zest of, finely grated; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons); 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)

Servings: persons

Pastry
1 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (280 mL)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1.2 cm)
3 tablespoons ice water
Filling
3 eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 lemon, zest of, finely grated
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)

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A. Pastry:
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Combine flour, cornstarch, sugar, and salt by pulsing in a food processor or stirring in a large bowl.
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Add cubed butter and process or use a pastry blender to cut in until crumbly. With the motor running add ice water and process just until it comes together. Alternately, drizzle flour mixture with water and stir with a fork until it becomes a ragged dough. Bring together and shape into a disk.
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Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
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Press into a 9-inch (23 cm) flan pan, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
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Prick all over with a fork, line with foil, then fill with dried beans or pie weights.
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Bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees, remove paper and beans, prick if puffed and bake 5 minutes longer or until lightly golden. Do not overbake. Remove from oven.
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Reduce oven to 350F (180C).
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B. Filling:
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Whisk eggs until creamy. Add sugar and flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in lemon and lime juices, then lemon peel.
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Pour into baked pie shell, place pan on a shallow rimmed baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until filling is slightly puffed and barely set (may still wobble slightly in centre). Cool completely.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pastry, 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (280 mL), 3 tablespoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Easy Peasy 'Tart' Lemon Tart falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Easy Peasy 'Tart' Lemon Tart

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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