Lemon Tart Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- 2
Add Butter
Add the chilled and cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Incorporate Water
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together. Do not overwork the dough.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Filling Preparation
- 7
Whisk Eggs and Sugar
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until well combined.
- 8
Add Lemon Juice and Zest
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until fully incorporated.
- 9
Incorporate Cream and Vanilla
Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until smooth.
- 10
Fill the Crust
Pour the lemon filling into the baked crust evenly.
- 11
Bake the Tart
Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the tart from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Slice and enjoy!