Description
A delightful dessert that perfectly balances tartness and sweetness, featuring a creamy lemon filling atop a buttery crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crumbly mixture into the bottom of a tart pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until it is lightly golden.
- Whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling into the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly puffed.
- Let the tart cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your delicious fresh lemon dessert!
Notes
Chill before serving for a refreshing bite. Top with lemon slices or fresh berries for enhanced presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg