Description
A delightful summer tart featuring a buttery crust, tangy lemon curd, and sweet blueberry layer, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups (158g) all-purpose flour
- â…“ cup (38g) confectioners’ sugar
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes and chilled
- ¼ cup lemon zest
- ½ cup lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 1 large egg
- 5 large egg yolks
- â…“ cup honey
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 10 ounces (2 cups) fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon reserved lemon juice from the curd preparation
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the tart crust. In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, confectioners’ sugar, and kosher salt. Incorporate the chilled butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Combine this mix with the flour mixture to form a dough.
- Press the dough into your prepared tart pan. Once done, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust turns golden brown.
- For the lemon curd, whisk lemon juice, zest, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and egg yolks. Gradually incorporate the warm lemon mixture into the eggs.
- Return the mixture to the heat and cook until it thickens. Stir in the chilled butter and heavy cream until smooth. Allow it to cool slightly before pouring into the prepared tart shell.
- For the blueberry layer, combine the fresh blueberries, cornstarch, honey, and reserved lemon juice in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the blueberries soften and the mixture thickens.
- Pour the blueberry mixture over the lemon curd layer in the tart.
- Chill the tart in the refrigerator for a few hours to set.
Notes
Ensure the butter is chilled for a flaky crust. Adjust the sweetness with honey to personal preference.