Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd Recipe

Name: Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tart shells; 1 cup butter, cut into small cubes; 1 cup sugar; 1 egg; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon almond extract; Lemon filling; 1/2 cup butter; 2 whole eggs; 2 egg yolks; 1 cup sugar; 2 lemons, juice of

Servings: persons

Tart shells
1 cup butter, cut into small cubes
1 cup sugar
1 egg
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon almond extract
Lemon filling
1/2 cup butter
2 whole eggs
2 egg yolks
1 cup sugar
2 lemons, juice of

1
Tart shells:
2
Combine like a pie crust, either by hand or processor.
3
If using processor, place flour, sugar, butter, and pulse until butter is in small pieces like peas.
4
Whisk egg and almond extract together and pour into feed tube.
5
Process until dough comes together in a ball.
6
Wrap in plastic and store in refrigerator until ready to use.
7
When ready to bake, form dough( I use my small cookie scoop to form dough) into tiny balls and press into lightly greased mini tart pans (I use about 2 inch pans in assorted shapes).
8
Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes or till light brown.
9
Lemon filling:
10
Melt butter in top of double boiler pan.
11
Add sugar, lemon juice, and eggs and yolks.
12
Cook on low until thick, stirring constantly.
13
Filling should be like thick pudding.
14
To assemble tarts with filling:
15
Put lemon filling into the cooled tart shells and garnish with whipped cream (if desired).

1525

kcal

Calories

Fat

176

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tart shells, 1 cup butter, cut into small cubes, 1 cup sugar, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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