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Lemon White Chocolate Tart

Lemon White Chocolate Tart that Brightens Your Spring Desserts

The Lemon White Chocolate Tart is a delightful blend of silky lemon curd and creamy white chocolate, perfect for spring celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour replace with gluten-free flour for a GF option
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps create a tender crust
  • 1 pinch salt enhances flavor of the crust
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter contributes to the rich, buttery flavor
  • 1 large egg yolk substitute with a flax egg for a vegan option
  • 2-3 tablespoons ice cold water can replace with lemon juice for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla extract for best flavor
For the Filling
  • 4 large egg yolks forms the base of the lemon curd
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar sweetens the lemon curd
  • 0.5 cups lemon juice provides acidity and tartness
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest enhances lemon flavor
  • 1 pinch sea salt balances the sweetness in the curd
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter adds creaminess to the filling
  • 4 ounces white chocolate opt for high-quality chocolate

Equipment

  • food processor
  • tart shell
  • Double boiler
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon White Chocolate Tart
  1. In a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, and salt until combined. Cut in the butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk, cold water, and vanilla, and pulse until clumps form.
  2. Gather the dough into a ball, flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
  3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to ¼ inch thick, transfer to the tart shell, trim excess, and chill for another 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prick the crust and line with parchment and weights. Bake for 15 min then remove weights and bake for another 5 min.
  5. In a double boiler, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, zest, and sea salt until thickened, about 8–10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, add butter and chocolate, and stir until smooth and creamy.
  7. Pour filling into the baked crust and bake for 10-12 minutes until just set.
  8. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a customizable touch, add fresh berries or whipped cream before serving.

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