LEMON CUSTARD TART
This intensely flavored lemon tart is the perfect finale to a lovely meal. From Bon Appetit, April 1994.
Provided by swissms
Categories Tarts
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Filling:.
- Combine sugar, butter, lemon juice and lemon zest in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and butter melts.
- Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in sugar mixture. Return mixture to saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until mixture thickens, about 3 minutes; do not boil.
- Pour into bowl. Cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead.).
- Pastry:.
- Mix flour and salt in processor. Add butter and cut in, using on/off turns, until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add water and blend until dough begins to clump together. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 11-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Trim edges. Pierce pastry all over with fork. Freeze 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Line pastry with foil. Fill with dried beans or pie weights. Bake until sides are set, about 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and beans and bake until crust is golden brown, about 25 minutes. Transfer crust to rack and cooll completely. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
- Spread lemon filling in crust. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Spoon whipped cream into pastry bag fitted with star tip. Pipe whipped cream rosettes around top edge of tart.
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[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe for a classic lemon custard tart. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Seth Bowman
[email protected]The instructions were a bit confusing in some places, but I was able to figure it out eventually. The tart was worth the effort though!
Jenny Brete
[email protected]This tart was a bit too sweet for me, but my kids loved it. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Jam sohail Sohial
[email protected]The crust was a little too crumbly for my taste, but the filling was delicious. I'll definitely try this recipe again with a different crust.
Liyema Marhongo
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great dessert for any occasion.
Awabu Halidu
[email protected]I made this tart for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best lemon custard tart he's ever had.
KING SOLOMON
[email protected]This tart is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The lemon flavor is not overpowering, and the custard is smooth and creamy.
Tabish raffiq
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was surprisingly easy to follow. The tart turned out perfectly and was a huge hit at my dinner party.
Abrar Abdulghaffar
[email protected]Wow! This tart was a showstopper! The presentation was beautiful and the taste was even better. My friends and family raved about it.
Ateeq Ateeq
[email protected]This lemon custard tart was a delightful treat! The tangy lemon filling perfectly complemented the sweet, buttery crust. I especially appreciated the detailed instructions, which made the process easy to follow.