Tarte au Citron Recipe
Today, we're diving into the delightful world of Tarte au Citron, a zesty lemon tart that promises to elevate your dessert game.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Tart pan with a removable bottom
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Zester
- Citrus juicer
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (chilled and cubed)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:Combine flour, powdered sugar, and chilled butter in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.Press the mixture into the tart pan, creating an even crust.Chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat and Blind Bake:Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).Blind bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Make the Filling:Whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.Pour the mixture into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake to Perfection:Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set.Allow the tart to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.