Description
Blueberry-Lemon Curd Tart is a refreshing summer dessert that perfectly balances zesty lemon curd and sweet blueberry filling. Ideal for picnics, gatherings, or simply indulging at home, this eye-catching tart is both delicious and easy to prepare. With its vibrant layers and naturally sweetened crust, it’s sure to impress guests and satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising on health. This recipe is designed for bakers of all levels, making it a wonderful addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup lemon zest + ½ cup juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 1 large egg + 5 large yolks
- ⅓ cup honey
- 10 ounces blueberries
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla. Combine flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt in a food processor; add butter until crumbly. Mix in the egg mixture and chill.
- Roll out the dough and fit into a tart pan; bake until golden brown.
- Make lemon curd by whisking remaining ingredients in a saucepan over medium-low heat until thickened.
- Pour lemon curd into the baked crust and cook until set.
- For the blueberry layer, purée blueberries, strain juice, and cook with honey and cornstarch until thickened.
- Layer blueberry mixture over cooled lemon curd; refrigerate until set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 105g)
- Calories: 288
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 120mg