Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart Recipe

Experience the magic of our most-requested dessert! This vibrant Classic French Lemon Tart boasts a perfectly balanced, intensely lemony flavor, thanks to the generous use of fresh lemons and a tangy crème fraîche filling (instead of heavy cream!). Baked until just set with a delightful wobble, its elegant tartness is beautifully complemented by a drizzle of cassis and a sprig of mint. A perfect ending to any meal! Easily customizable to your lemon preference.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 500.8 kcal
Protein 21g
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Ingredients for Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart

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How to Make Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F/Gas Mark 4). Roll out pastry and line a 24-26cm tart pan.
  2. Blind bake the pastry crust for 7-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Use pie weights or dried beans to prevent bubbling.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice, 1 cup (240ml) crème fraîche, 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, and 4 large eggs until smooth and well combined.
  4. Add the zest of 3 lemons and mix thoroughly.
  5. Carefully pour the lemon mixture into the pre-baked pastry shell.
  6. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set but still has a slight wobble in the center.
  7. Let cool slightly before generously dusting with icing sugar.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature, drizzled with cassis and garnished with a fresh mint sprig. Enjoy with a dollop of extra crème fraîche, if desired!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

51g

Carbs

17g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart?

Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart?

Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart has approximately 500.8 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 17 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart?

The key ingredients for Classic French Tarte Au Citron Fresh Lemon Tart are Shortcrust Pastry, Fresh Lemon Juice, Lemons, Zest Of, Creme Fraiche, Caster Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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