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A close-up slice of lemon blueberry tart on a white plate, showcasing the silky lemon curd filling and buttery shortbread crust.
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Lemon Blueberry Tart Recipe

The ultimate Lemon Blueberry Tart Recipe! This guide shows you how to make a stunning dessert with a buttery shortbread crust, a silky lemon curd filling, and a burst of fresh blueberries. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Buttery Shortbread Crust
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 0.25 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter cold and cubed
  • 1 Large Egg Yolk
  • 1-2 tbsp Ice Water
For the Vibrant Lemon Blueberry Filling
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Lemon Juice from about 2-3 lemons
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 0.25 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom
  • Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Fine-mesh sieve

Method
 

Phase 1: Making the Perfect Tart Crust
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
  2. Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  3. Form the Dough: In a small bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolk with one tablespoon of ice water. Drizzle this over the flour mixture and gently toss with a fork until the dough starts to come together.
  4. Chill the Dough: Form the dough into a flat disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Press Into Pan: Unwrap the chilled dough and press it evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
  6. Blind Bake the Crust: Freeze the crust for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line the tart shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove parchment and weights, then bake for another 5-7 minutes until pale golden brown. Let it cool completely.
Phase 2: Crafting the Silky Lemon Blueberry Filling
  1. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk the granulated sugar and eggs together until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add Lemon: Whisk in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until well combined.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
  4. Strain the Mixture: For an extra-silky texture, pour the filling through a fine-mesh sieve into another bowl.
Phase 3: Assembling and Baking
  1. Prepare for Baking: Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). Place your cooled, pre-baked tart crust on a baking sheet.
  2. Add Blueberries: Arrange the fresh blueberries in a single layer across the bottom of the crust.
  3. Pour the Filling: Carefully pour the lemon filling over the blueberries.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center of the filling is just set. It should have a slight wobble when you gently shake the pan.
  5. Cool Completely: Let the tart cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour. Then, transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 5gFat: 18gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: Don't overwork the pastry dough; this ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth crust.
Tip 2: Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest, most vibrant flavor.
Tip 3: Chilling the tart thoroughly is the secret to perfect, clean slices.
Keyword blueberry dessert,lemon tart,shortbread crust

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