Lime Curd Tart
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, this Lime Curd Tart is a showstopping dessert that combines a beautifully flaky homemade pastry crust with a luscious lime curd filling. Bursting with the vibrant tang of freshly squeezed lime juice and aromatic zest, this tart strikes a perfect balance between sweet and tart flavors. The silky lime curd is crafted using a gentle stovetop thickening method, ensuring a smooth, glossy finish that’s utterly indulgent. With only 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this tart is as approachable as it is impressive, making it the ideal dessert for any gathering or special occasion. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or a garnish of lime slices for a delightfully refreshing treat that will brighten any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 115 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 large Egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon Cold water
- 120 milliliters Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 teaspoons Lime zest
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 85 grams Unsalted butter (for curd, cut into small pieces)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar.
Add the cubed cold butter to the mixture and rub it in with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Mix in the egg yolk and cold water, and gently knead the dough until it comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
Remove the chilled dough and roll it out on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan.
Gently press the dough into the tart pan, trim the edges, and prick the base with a fork. Line the shell with parchment paper and fill with baking beans or pie weights.
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, then remove the parchment paper and weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
To make the lime curd, combine the lime juice, lime zest, granulated sugar, and eggs in a heatproof bowl.
Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring constantly with a whisk to prevent curdling.
Cook the mixture until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon (about 8–10 minutes).
Remove from heat and whisk in the butter pieces one at a time until smooth and glossy.
Pour the lime curd into the cooled tart shell and spread evenly with a spatula.
Chill the tart for at least 2 hours or until the curd is set.
Optional: Garnish with lime slices or whipped cream before serving. Slice and enjoy your Lime Curd Tart!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.0 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.0 g | 550% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1182 mg | 394% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 365.9 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.4 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 638 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
