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Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with Lemon Cur

Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with Lemon Curd for Spring Joy

Enjoy these delightful Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts with Lemon Curd, perfect for spring gatherings!
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt Use kosher salt if sea salt isn’t available.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar Brown sugar can add a touch of caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Coconut oil can serve as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor enhancement.
  • 3-4 tablespoons Cold water Ice water helps achieve the desired dough consistency.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh strawberries Can be replaced with other berries for variety.
  • 1 cup Vanilla yogurt Greek yogurt can substitute for a thicker texture.
  • 1/3 cup Honey Maple syrup can serve as a vegan alternative.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are room temperature.
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Fresh lemon juice Bottled juice may alter the flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted butter Use plant-based butter for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Coarse salt Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter
  • tart pans
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine unsalted butter, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of coarse salt over low heat. Stir gently until melted and smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Slowly whisk in the room-temperature eggs, continuing to cook for 8-9 minutes until the curd thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and chill in the refrigerator.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, and sea salt. Cut in very cold unsalted butter until resembling coarse crumbs, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add pure vanilla extract and ice-cold water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 15-60 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into circles for the tart pans.
  6. Press the dough into the pans, prick the bottoms, and line them with parchment paper and pie weights. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then cool completely.
  7. In a medium bowl, whisk together room-temperature eggs, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract until well combined. Gently fold in vanilla yogurt and honey.
  8. Layer fresh, sliced strawberries in the cooled tarts, then pour the honey yogurt filling over them. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until custard is set.
  9. Allow the tarts to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle chilled lemon curd over the warm tarts and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill your ingredients for a flaky crust and watch the curd closely to prevent curdling. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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