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Mini Lemon Tartlets

Irresistibly Easy Mini Lemon Tartlets You’ll Crave Every Time

Delight in refreshing Mini Lemon Tartlets bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 tartlets
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use cold flour to achieve a crisp, buttery base.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Chilled and diced for flakiness.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Adds subtle sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 2-4 tablespoons cold water Helps bind the dough.
For the Lemon Filling
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds aromatic zestiness.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 2 large eggs Gives custard-like consistency.
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream Softens the filling.
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar For dusting.
  • 1/4 cup fresh berries or mint leaves For decoration.

Equipment

  • 12-cup mini tart pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter or fork

Method
 

Making the Tartlets
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the center.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt until light and uniform.
  3. Add chilled, diced butter to the dry mix and blend until coarse crumbs form.
  4. Drizzle cold water and gently mix until the dough just comes together.
  5. Divide dough among the mini tart pan, pressing firmly into each cavity.
  6. Prick crusts, line with parchment, and fill with baking beans. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
  7. In a bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, zest, sugar, eggs, and cream until smooth.
  8. Spoon lemon filling into each warm crust, filling nearly to the top.
  9. Bake at 325°F (162°C) for 15-18 minutes until filling is just set.
  10. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartletCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve chilled and optionally dust with powdered sugar and fresh mint for garnish.

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