Description
This Lemon Blueberry Tart is a refreshing and elegant dessert with a buttery crust, vibrant lemon filling, and fresh blueberry topping. It’s the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, ideal for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1–2 tbsp cold water, as needed
- For the lemon filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- For the topping:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Optional: powdered sugar or extra lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
- In a bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough just comes together.
- Press dough evenly into the tart pan. Prick bottom with a fork and bake for 15–18 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, whisk eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and cornstarch until smooth. Stir in melted butter.
- Pour filling into pre-baked crust and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until filling is just set. Cool completely at room temperature.
- Top cooled tart with fresh blueberries. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar or garnish with lemon zest before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Mix blueberries into the filling before baking for a jammy texture.
- Substitute a graham cracker crust for a quicker option.
- Use orange juice for part of the lemon juice for a softer citrus flavor.
- Let crust cool fully before adding filling to prevent sogginess.
- Best served chilled; add topping just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
