Lemon Curd Tarts

Dairy Free
Lemon Curd Tarts
120 min.
24
68kcal

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These delightful Lemon Curd Tarts are a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making them an irresistible dessert option. With a dairy-free twist, these tarts are not only delicious but also suitable for those with dietary restrictions. The recipe is designed to yield 24 bite-sized treats, making them perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a special treat. Each tart packs a punch with 68 calories, ensuring a satisfying dessert experience.
The process of creating these tarts is a delightful culinary journey. It begins with crafting the tart shells, where the flour, pecans, sugar, butter, and egg come together to form a crumbly texture. Baking them to a light golden brown sets the stage for the lemon curd filling. The curd is a masterpiece in itself, with gelatin, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, and peel creating a creamy, tangy delight. The use of a hand mixer ensures a smooth and airy consistency.
The final assembly is where the magic happens. The lemon curd is poured into the cooled tart shells, creating a beautiful contrast of colors and textures. A short refrigeration period sets the curd, resulting in a delightful treat that's both refreshing and indulgent. These Lemon Curd Tarts are a testament to the joy of baking, offering a delightful experience from the first bite to the last.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  •  eggs 
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • teaspoon gelatin powder unflavored
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, mix flour, pecans and 1/4 cup sugar. Stir in 1/4 cup butter and 1 egg until crumbly. Press in bottom and up sides of 24 ungreased mini muffin cups.
  2. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool tart shells in pan.
  3. In 2-quart saucepan, sprinkle gelatin on cold water to soften. In medium bowl, beat 1/2 cup sugar and 2 eggs with electric mixer on high speed until thick and lemon colored; stir into gelatin mixture. Cook about 15 minutes or just until boiling over low heat, stirring constantly.
  4. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon peel, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons butter.
  5. Pour lemon mixture into tart shells. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories68kcal
Protein9.2%
Fat40.78%
Carbs50.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.46
Glycemic Load
5.79
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9686956321416%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Delphinidin
0.17mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.37mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.3kcal
3.41%
Fat:3.17g
4.88%
Saturated Fat:0.52g
3.23%
Carbohydrates:8.75g
2.92%
Net Carbohydrates:8.33g
3.03%
Sugar:4.37g
4.85%
Cholesterol:20.46mg
6.82%
Sodium:19.37mg
0.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.61g
3.22%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.99%
Selenium:3.64µg
5.2%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.94%
Folate:13.25µg
3.31%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.31%
Phosphorus:23.4mg
2.34%
Iron:0.41mg
2.25%
Copper:0.04mg
2.18%
Vitamin C:1.66mg
2.01%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.71%
Fiber:0.42g
1.68%
Vitamin A:73.11IU
1.46%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.42%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.33%
Magnesium:4.86mg
1.21%