blueberry lemon curd tart: a delightful homemade dessert experience
A delectable dessert that combines the tartness of lemons with the sweetness of blueberries, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and cold water, mix until a dough forms.
- Press the dough into a tart pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until blueberries burst.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, then slowly add the blueberry mixture. Cook until thick.
- Pour the lemon curd over the baked crust and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the blueberries are fresh for the best flavor.
- Experiment with adding lemon zest for extra zing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Blueberry–Lemon Curd Tart