Lemon Cream Tart

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Lemon Cream Tart
45 min.
8
320kcal

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If you're in the mood for a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tartness and creaminess, look no further than this Lemon Cream Tart. With its bright and zesty lemon filling nestled in a buttery, flaky crust, this vegetarian treat is sure to impress your family and friends alike. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in something sweet, this tart is the ideal choice to satisfy your cravings.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning dessert that serves eight people and boasts only 320 calories per slice. The combination of fresh lemon juice, rich cream, and a touch of white wine brings a unique flavor that is both refreshing and indulgent. Not to mention, the delicate aroma of lemon peel harmonizes beautifully with the creamy filling, making each bite a burst of sunshine.

What makes this recipe even more enticing is its versatility; it can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated, allowing you to enjoy stress-free entertaining. Picture a warm summer evening where you can serve this elegant tart after dinner, leaving your guests in awe of your culinary skills. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and elevate your dessert game with this Lemon Cream Tart—it's a slice of heaven you'll want to share!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cooking wine dry white (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
  • large egg yolks 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon lemon zest packed finely grated ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cup unbleached all purpose flour 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 stick)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Butter bottom (not sides) of 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Blend flour, sugar, grated lemon peel, and salt in processor.
  2. Add butter; blend until coarse meal forms.
  3. Add egg yolks; blend until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball. Press onto bottom and up sides of prepared pan. Freeze crust until firm, about 15 minutes. DO AHEAD Crust can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; keep frozen.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  5. Bake crust 5 minutes. Press up sides with back of fork if falling. Continue to bake until golden, pressing up sides as needed, about 18 minutes longer. Cool completely. Maintain oven temperature.
  6. Whisk sugar, eggs, yolks, and lemon peel in heavy medium saucepan.
  7. Whisk in lemon juice and wine. Cook over medium heat until custard thickens and just begins to bubble, whisking constantly, about 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer to medium bowl. Cool to just warm, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Gradually whisk in cream.
  9. Pour filling into crust.
  10. Bake tart until filling is set in center and begins to puff at edges, about 20 minutes. Cool in pan on rack. Refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories320kcal
Protein5.8%
Fat61.73%
Carbs32.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.76
Glycemic Load
8.73
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.0030434701754%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:319.73kcal
15.99%
Fat:22.1g
34%
Saturated Fat:13.25g
82.78%
Carbohydrates:26.16g
8.72%
Net Carbohydrates:25.62g
9.32%
Sugar:13.53g
15.04%
Cholesterol:148.12mg
49.37%
Sodium:173.3mg
7.53%
Alcohol:0.39g
100%
Alcohol %:0.51%
100%
Protein:4.67g
9.34%
Selenium:12.42µg
17.74%
Vitamin A:812.62IU
16.25%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.24%
Folate:44.12µg
11.03%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.55%
Phosphorus:75.45mg
7.54%
Vitamin D:1.05µg
7%
Iron:1.11mg
6.15%
Vitamin C:5.04mg
6.1%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.76%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.52%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.83%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.75%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.23%
Calcium:34.79mg
3.48%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.96%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.86%
Potassium:75.15mg
2.15%
Copper:0.04mg
2.14%
Fiber:0.53g
2.13%
Magnesium:7.72mg
1.93%
Vitamin K:1.82µg
1.73%
Source:Epicurious