Ultimate Classic Lemon Tart Recipe: Easy and Refreshing Delight
A deliciously tangy lemon tart that is both easy to make and incredibly refreshing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
- Add the cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a tart pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder.
- Pour the lemon mixture into the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Let cool completely, then refrigerate before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter tart, you can increase the sugar.
- Garnish with powdered sugar or fresh berries if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: lemon tart, classic dessert, easy recipe, refreshing dessert