Strawberry Lemon Tart
Brighten your day with this refreshing Strawberry Lemon Tart thats bursting with citrus flavor and sweet strawberries! Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
– 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 4 large eggs
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 1 large egg yolk
– 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
– Zest of 2 lemons
– 2-3 tbsp cold water
– 1/4 cup sugar for the crust
– 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions:
1. Make the crust: In a food processor, blend together the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Incorporate the egg yolk and pulse until everything is mixed well. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until a dough begins to form. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the tart shell: Preheat your oven to 375F 190C. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit your tart pan. Carefully press the dough into the pan and trim any excess. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until it turns a lovely golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
3. Make the lemon filling: In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, zest, 1/2 cup sugar, and eggs. Set the bowl over simmering water using the double boiler method and keep whisking constantly until the mixture thickens, which should take about 10-12 minutes. Once thickened, take off the heat and whisk in the cubed butter until smooth. Let this cool to room temperature.
4. Assemble the tart: Pour the cooled lemon filling into the baked tart crust, smoothing out the top with a spatula. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
5. Top with strawberries: After the filling has set, arrange the sliced strawberries artistically on top of the tart. If desired, sprinkle with sugar for a glossy effect.
6. Serve: Slice the tart and enjoy chilled!
Nutritional Information: This tart is rich in vitamin C from lemons and strawberries, providing a fresh taste with about 220 calories per slice, along with healthy fats and proteins from the butter and eggs.
Time: Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Chilling time: 2 hours