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Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with Lemon Curd

Sweet Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with Zesty Lemon Curd

A delightful spring dessert featuring Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with Lemon Curd, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt kosher salt works too
  • 2 tablespoons sugar coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option
  • 1/2 cup butter vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or almond extract for variation
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
Custard Filling
  • 2 cups strawberries can swap with seasonal fruits
  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt Greek or dairy-free for variations
  • 1/4 cup honey maple syrup for vegan option
  • 2 large eggs use flax eggs for vegan version
Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice lime juice as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional but recommended
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt regular salt is fine

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Tart pans
  • Whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, lemon juice, zest, and coarse salt over low heat. Whisk occasionally until the mixture melts and starts to bubble gently. Gradually add the eggs one at a time, whisking continuously until the curd thickens—about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and sea salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in vanilla extract and add cold water gradually until a dough forms. Chill the dough in the fridge for about 30 minutes. Once chilled, roll out the dough and fit it into tart pans, pricking the bottoms with a fork before blind baking for 10 minutes or until lightly golden, then cool completely.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the honey yogurt until combined. Layer the fresh strawberries in the cooled tart crusts, then pour the custard filling over the top, covering the strawberries.
  4. Place the filled crusts in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The filling should be set with a gentle jiggle in the center. Monitor closely to avoid overbaking.
  5. Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes. Drizzle the cooled lemon curd over each tart and garnish with additional strawberries or mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Allow pie dough to chill for a flakier crust.

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