**Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Blueberry Tartlets with Lime Curd, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses.**
Embark on a sweet adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this delectable treat. Perfectly portioned in individual tartlet shells, these bite-sized wonders boast a buttery, flaky crust that crumbles with every bite. The vibrant blueberry filling, bursting with juicy sweetness, harmonizes beautifully with the tangy, citrusy notes of the homemade lime curd. Each tartlet is a masterpiece, adorned with fresh blueberries and a dusting of powdered sugar, creating an irresistible presentation that will leave you craving more.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through every step of the process, from crafting the golden crust to mastering the velvety lime curd. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, we'll ensure your tartlets turn out perfect, whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen.
Ready yourself for a delightful culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of these Blueberry Tartlets with Lime Curd.
BLUEBERRY TART WITH LIME CURD
A mound of plump fresh berries are encrusted in flaky pate brisee. The sweetness of the blueberries coated with honey is balanced by tart lime-curd filling.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Roll dough 1/8 inch thick, and line 4 1/2-by-14-inch rectangular tart pan placed on a baking sheet. Place in refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Line tart shell with parchment and dry beans or weights; bake 20 minutes. Remove paper and beans; reduce oven to 350 degrees. Bake shell until golden, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven; cool on a rack.
- Pour lime curd into tart shell. Place berries and honey in a medium bowl; toss to combine. Heap blueberries on curd, and garnish with lime zest. Serve.
MINI BLUEBERRY TARTS
I served this recipe to my family while we were on vacation and they were all amazed! The best part: I didn't spend tons of time on it thanks to refrigerated pie crust. Watch your mini tarts around the 13-minute mark to make sure they don't brown too quickly. If you like, sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.-Allison Bell, Hillsdale, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 6 mini tarts.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Crush half the blueberries. Sift together sugar and cornstarch. Add whole and crushed blueberries; toss until berries are well coated. Set aside., On a lightly floured surface, unroll crusts. Cut out six 4-1/2-in. circles; press circles onto bottoms and up sides of greased muffin cups. Evenly spoon in blueberry mixture. Cut out six 2-in. circles from remaining crust; place over filling. Brush with yolk., Bake until crust is golden and filling bubbles, 13-17 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes; run a knife around sides of muffin cups and remove tarts to a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
LIME CURD TART
I like lime curd with character. Lime curd is wonderful on a slice of toast, for dipping long-stemmed strawberries in, or to serve with pound cake and fresh fruit. Here we use it to fill a prebaked tart shell. Grating the zest in the food processor is very quick. Lime curd lasts for weeks in the refrigerator.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories dessert
Time 3h45m
Yield 1 (9 or 10-inch) tart
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the butter and sugar together until they are just combined. Add the vanilla. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour and salt, then add them to the butter-and-sugar mixture. Mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together. Dump onto a surface dusted with flour and shape into a flat disk. Press the dough into a 10-inch-round or 9-inch-square false-bottom tart pan, making sure that the finished edge is flat. Chill until firm.
- Butter 1 side of a square of aluminum foil to fit inside the tart and place it, buttered side down, on the pastry. Fill with beans or rice. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and beans, prick the tart all over with the tines of a fork, and bake again for 20 to 25 minutes more, or until lightly browned. Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Remove the zest of 4 limes with a vegetable peeler or zester, being careful to avoid the white pith. Squeeze the limes to make 1/2 cup of juice and set the juice aside. Put the zest in a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Add the sugar and process for 2 to 3 minutes, until the zest is very finely minced. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter with the sugar and lime zest. Add-- the eggs, 1 at a time, and then add the lime juice and salt. Mix until combined.
- Pour the mixture into a 2-quart saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 10 minutes. The lime curd will thicken at about 175 degrees F, or just below a simmer. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Fill the tart shell with warm lime curd and allow to set at room temperature. Once set, serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
LIME CURD
Use this lime curd recipe to make our Blueberry Tart with Lime Curd and Fruit Tartlets.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine yolks, lime zest, lime juice, and sugar in a saucepan. Whisk. Set over medium heat; stir constantly with a wooden spoon, making sure to stir sides and bottom of pan. Cook until thick enough to coat back of wooden spoon, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove saucepan from heat. Strain curd into a bowl. Add butter, a few pieces at a time; stir with wooden spoon until smooth.
- Lay plastic wrap directly on the curd's surface to keep a skin from forming; wrap tightly. Let cool; refrigerate until firm and chilled, at least 1 hour. Store refrigerated in an airtight container up to 2 days.
LIME CURD TARTS WITH SUMMER BERRIES
Treat your guests to a sophisticated tangy tart with crisp, patisserie pastry and a creamy filling
Provided by Mary Cadogan
Categories Dessert, Dinner
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make the pastry, tip the flour, butter and sugar into the bowl of a food processor and process until fine crumbs form. Add the egg and 1 tbsp cold water, and mix until the dough comes together. Turn out onto a sheet of cling film, wrap and chill for 20 mins.
- Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece on a lightly floured surface and line 8 individual 10cm tart tins. Set on a large baking sheet and chill again for 20 mins.
- Line the pastry cases with baking parchment (paper muffin cases are perfect) and baking beans, and bake blind for 10 mins. Remove the paper and beans, and bake for a further 10 mins until golden brown and crisp. Trim the pastry edges using a small, sharp knife.
- To make the lime curd, put the zest of 2 limes, all the juice, sugar and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of gently simmering water. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the butter is melted.
- Stir in the eggs and continue to gently cook until the mixture has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Pour the curd carefully into the pastry cases and sprinkle with remaining lime zest. Leave to cool.
- Prepare the fruits, halving the strawberries (if necessary) and mixing everything together. Whip the cream lightly. Set a tart on each plate with a spoonful of cream and heap of fruit on the side. Dust with icing sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 806 calories, Fat 59 grams fat, SaturatedFat 36 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 61 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 40 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To make the perfect tart crust, use a combination of butter and cream cheese. This will result in a flaky and tender crust.
- When making the lime curd, use fresh lime juice and zest. This will give the curd a bright and tangy flavor.
- To prevent the tartlets from becoming soggy, pre-bake the tart crusts before filling them.
- Use fresh blueberries for the filling. Frozen blueberries can be used, but they will not have the same flavor and texture as fresh blueberries.
- Garnish the tartlets with fresh mint or lime zest before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
These blueberry tartlets with lime curd are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a flaky crust, tangy lime curd, and sweet blueberries, these tartlets are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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