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Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd Recipe

A delightful twist on a classic! These mini fruit tartlets, inspired by a cherished family recipe, are light, refreshing, and perfect for any gathering. Imagine a charming childhood memory brought to life – bowls brimming with homemade lemon curd, luscious fruit fillings, and fluffy whipped cream, inviting everyone to create their own miniature masterpiece. Make ahead up to 3 weeks! This recipe offers a simple tart shell recipe, but feel free to use store-bought for extra convenience. Get ready to impress your guests with these elegant and flavorful treats.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 81.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd

  • ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter (for crust) + ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter (for curd)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust) + ½ cup granulated sugar (for curd)
  • 1 large egg (for crust) + 2 large eggs and 2 large egg yolks (for curd)
  • All Purpose Flour
  • ½ teaspoon almond extract
  • Eggs
  • Egg Yolks
  • Lemons, Juice Of

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How to Make Fruit Tartlets With Lemon Curd

  1. **Make the Tart Shells:**
  2. In a large bowl (or food processor), combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
  3. If using a food processor, pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and ½ teaspoon almond extract.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients (or food processor feed tube).
  6. Mix until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  7. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease mini tart pans.
  9. Roll out the chilled dough and cut or press into the tart pans.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  11. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  12. **Make the Lemon Curd:**
  13. Melt ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter in the top of a double boiler over low heat.
  14. Whisk in ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, and 2 large eggs and 2 large egg yolks.
  15. Cook, stirring constantly, until the curd thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
  16. Remove from heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve for a smoother curd (optional).
  17. Let cool completely.
  18. **Assemble the Tartlets:**
  19. Fill the cooled tart shells with lemon curd.
  20. Top with your favorite fruits and a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

13g

Carbs

3g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Pies And Tarts Tarts Desserts Dinner Party Taste Mood Sweet