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Mini Lemon Curd Tarts

Mini Lemon Curd Tarts
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Mini Lemon Curd Tarts are delightful bite-sized desserts featuring a flaky buttery crust filled with smooth, tangy lemon curd. Perfect for parties, snacks, or elegant appetizers, these tarts combine bright citrus flavors with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an eye-catching presentation that will brighten any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Tart Crust

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour/gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 7 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed (or coconut cream/butter alternative for vegan)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water, approximately
  • Pinch of salt

For the Lemon Curd Filling

  • 3 large egg yolks (or flax eggs for vegan)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed (or vegan butter alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or double cream (or coconut cream for vegan)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tart Crust: Mix flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter together until pea-sized crumbs form. Add cold water a little at a time and gently bring the dough together. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to make rolling easier.
  2. Roll and Cut the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use a small circular cutter to cut out tart bases that fit your mini tart pans or muffin tins.
  3. Blind Bake the Crusts: Place tart shells in their pans, prick bottoms lightly with a fork, line with parchment paper and pie weights or dried beans. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove weights and let cool.
  4. Make the Lemon Curd Filling: In a saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and zest. Add butter cubes and cook, stirring constantly, until curd thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Optionally strain for extra smoothness.
  5. Fill and Chill the Tarts: Spoon or pipe the lemon curd into cooled tart shells. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to fully set and develop flavors before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs to help the lemon curd come together smoothly and prevent curdling.
  • Chill dough thoroughly for easier rolling and a flakier crust.
  • Avoid overbaking crusts to keep them tender and prevent hardness after refrigeration.
  • Strain lemon curd through a fine mesh sieve for an ultra-smooth texture.
  • Store finished tarts refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best freshness.

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