Blueberry–Lemon Curd Tart
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Blueberry-Lemon Curd Tart, a delightful dessert that brightens any occasion. With its luscious layers of tangy lemon curd and sweet blueberry filling, this tart is not just a feast for the eyes but also a refreshing treat perfect for summer picnics or birthday celebrations. The natural sweetness of blueberries complements the zesty lemon, making it a standout dessert that is both satisfying and visually stunning. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and a healthier option thanks to honey as the sweetener.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups (158g) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (38g) confectioners' sugar
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into cubes and chilled)
- ¼ cup lemon zest + ½ cup juice (from 4 lemons)
- 1 large egg + 5 large yolks
- ⅓ cup honey
- Kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into 4 pieces and chilled)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 10 ounces (2 cups) blueberries
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt. Mix in chilled butter until crumbly, then add egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Press into a tart pan and chill for 30 minutes before baking.
- Bake the crust for about 20 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool.
- For the lemon curd filling, whisk together lemon zest, juice, honey, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually add beaten eggs until thickened. Pour into cooled crust.
- For the blueberry filling, combine blueberries, honey, cornstarch, and heavy cream in another saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Pour over the lemon curd layer.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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