Best 13 Lemon Tartlets Recipes

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Welcome to the exploration of culinary delights – lemon tartlets. These luscious pastries are a delightful treat that can add a burst of citrusy sweetness to any occasion. With their crisp and flaky crust, velvety smooth lemon filling, and an optional topping of fresh berries or whipped cream, these mini tarts are sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through selecting the best recipe for lemon tartlets, providing tips and insights to help you create the perfect treats. So, without further ado, let's embark on this journey to find the most delicious lemon tartlet recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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LEMON BERRY TARTLETS



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This recipe is more about the technique for making little puff pastry tart shells. Fill with lemon curd, chocolate mousse, or whipped cream.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts

Time 28m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 sheet frozen puff pastry
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for dusting
1 egg, beaten
⅓ cup lemon curd
12 fresh blackberries
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Place frozen puff pastry sheet on a work surface dusted with flour. Allow to thaw for 2 to 3 minutes. Using a 1 1/2 to 2-inch round cookie or biscuit cutter, cut out 12 round pieces. Place pastry rounds on the prepared baking sheet. Using a slightly smaller round cookie or biscuit cutter, cut out inner circles in each pastry round, leaving them in place. Brush each pastry round with beaten egg.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and puffed, 13 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely before filling.
  • Cut around the small inner circle of each pastry round and gently push it down. Fill each tartlet with lemon curd and top with a blackberry. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 42.3 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 123.2 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

LEMON CURD TARTLETS



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This has been in my party recipe collection for over 30 years and never fails to satisfy my guests. I can always rely on these fancy treats to please even the fussiest in the crowdt. -Jessica Feist, Pewaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 15 tartlets.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells, thawed
Fresh raspberries, mint leaves and/or sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk the eggs, sugar, lemon juice and zest until blended. Add butter; cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a metal spoon. Transfer to a small bowl; cool for 10 minutes. Cover and refrigerate until chilled., Just before serving, spoon lemon curd into tart shells. Garnish with raspberries, mint and/or cream if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LEMON BLUEBERRY TARTLETS



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These pretty little tarts with a creamy lemon filling are topped with whipped cream and fresh blueberries.

Provided by Eagle brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     EAGLE BRAND®

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 serving Crisco® No-Stick Cooking Spray
½ cup Crisco® All-Vegetable Shortening
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 ½ cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (14 ounce) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
1 large egg, beaten
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel, divided
¾ cup fresh blueberries
4 tablespoons Whipped cream
2 teaspoons Honey

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Coat 8 (4 x 3/4-inch) tart pans with no-stick cooking spray. Beat shortening and cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Beat in flour and salt until dough forms. Press into bottoms and sides of prepared pans. Place tart pans on baking sheet. Bake 5 minutes.
  • Whisk sweetened condensed milk, egg and lemon juice in medium bowl until smooth. Stir in 1 teaspoon lemon peel. Divide evenly into crusts.
  • Reduce oven to 375 degrees F. Bake 16 to 18 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely. Remove from pans. Top with whipped cream and blueberries. Drizzle with honey. Sprinkle with remaining lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 57.5 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 195.6 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

EASY LEMON BERRY TARTLETS



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These fruity, flaky tartlets filled with raspberries and topped with lemon-tinged cream cheese are a sweet ending to any weeknight meal. They are elegant yet come together quickly and easily. —Elizabeth Dehart, West Jordan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 15 tartlets.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2/3 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed and drained
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar
1 package (1.9 ounces) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons lemon curd
Fresh raspberries, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the thawed raspberries and confectioners' sugar; mash with a fork. Spoon into tart shells., In another small bowl, combine cream cheese and lemon curd. Pipe or spoon over filling. Top with fresh raspberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON COCONUT TARTLETS



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I purchased some mini-tart shells from a school fundraiser but didn't know what to do with them. But, I found this little gem in a Canadian Living Christmas Special magazine from 1982. They are really good on their own but a generous dollop of real whipped cream takes them over the top!! Very easy to make, too!

Provided by Debbb

Categories     Tarts

Time 35m

Yield 32 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1/3 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sweetened coconut
32 miniature tart shells

Steps:

  • In bowl, combine sugar & flour.
  • Beat in eggs, lemon peel & juice by hand.
  • Divide the coconut among the tart shells (approximately 1 teaspoons each).
  • Pour lemon mixture over top of coconut.
  • Bake in 375 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until filling is set.
  • Cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.1, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 9.6, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 6.8, Protein 0.7

LEMON MERINGUE TARTLETS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 4 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup blanched almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, plus more for the pans
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
1/3 cup fresh orange juice (from 1 orange)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 large egg plus 3 egg yolks
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3 tablespoons limoncello or other lemon-flavored liqueur
3 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
7 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Make the crusts: Pulse the flour, almonds, sugar and salt in a food processor until the nuts are finely ground. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture looks like coarse meal. Add 3 tablespoons ice water and pulse until the dough starts coming together. Turn the dough out onto a piece of plastic wrap, pat into a disk and wrap in the plastic. Refrigerate until cold but still malleable, about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Lightly butter four 4-inch tart pans with removable bottoms. Divide the prepared dough into 4 pieces, then press into the bottom and up the side of each prepared pan. Freeze until firm, about 10 minutes, then use a paring knife to trim the excess pastry.
  • Place the tart shells on a baking sheet, line each with foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until golden around the edges, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and continue baking until the crusts are golden brown all over, 5 to 10 more minutes. Let cool, then carefully loosen the crusts but leave in the pans on the baking sheet.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Whisk the sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, orange juice, cornstarch and 1/4 cup water in a medium saucepan until smooth. Whisk in the whole egg and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, whisking, until the mixture simmers, about 5 minutes. Add the butter and limoncello and continue whisking over medium heat until thick like pudding, 4 to 6 more minutes. Spoon the curd into the prepared crusts.
  • Make the meringue: Beat the egg whites in a medium bowl with a mixer on medium speed until foamy, about 1 minute. Sprinkle in the cream of tartar and continue beating until soft peaks form, about 3 minutes. Gradually beat in the sugar and beat until stiff shiny peaks form, 4 to 5 more minutes. Transfer the meringue to a pastry bagfitted with a star tip and pipe onto the tarts. Bake at 375 degrees F until the meringue is set and golden, about 15 minutes. Let cool completely before unmolding.

LEMON SOUFFLé TARTLETS



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Categories     Food Processor     Mixer     Citrus     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Lemon     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Crust
1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large egg yolks
Filling
4 large eggs
4 large egg yolks
3/4 cup plus 6 tablespoons sugar
1/3 cup finely grated lemon peel
10 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
10 large egg whites
Pinch of salt
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Combine flour, sugar, and salt in processor. Add butter. Using on/off turns, cut in butter until coarse meal forms. Add yolks and process until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball. Divide into 6 equal portions. Press 1 dough portion over bottom and up sides of 4 1/4- to 4 1/2-inch-diameter tartlet pan with 3/4-inch-high sides and removable bottom. Repeat with remaining dough, forming 6 tartlets total. Place on rimmed baking sheet, cover with plastic, and chill 1 hour. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake crusts until golden, pressing with back of fork if crusts bubble, about 20 minutes. Cool.
  • For filling:
  • Whisk eggs, yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, and lemon peel in medium metal bowl. Place bowl over saucepan of barely simmering water; whisk until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Stir in lemon and lime juices. Whisk until mixture thickens, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat; add butter in 3 additions, whisking until smooth. Strain lemon curd through fine sieve into medium bowl. Press plastic directly onto surface of curd. Chill until cold, at least 5 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Place 1 1/4 cups lemon curd in large bowl; reserve. Divide remaining curd among tartlet crusts, spreading evenly over bottoms.
  • Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in large bowl until frothy. Add salt and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 6 tablespoons sugar, beating until stiff but not dry. Fold half of egg whites into reserved lemon curd. Gently fold in remaining whites. Divide egg-white mixture among tartlets, sealing to crust edges and mounding in center. Bake until filling is golden brown and set, about 13 minutes. Let tartlets stand at room temperature 5 minutes. Push pan bottoms up, releasing tartlets. Transfer tartlets to plates. Dust tartlets with powdered sugar and serve warm or let stand up to 30 minutes.

RED CURRANT AND LEMON TARTLETS



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes ten 3 1/2-inch tarts

Number Of Ingredients 7

All-purpose flour, for work surface
Pate Sucree for Individual Peach Tarts
Lemon Curd for Red Currant and Lemon Tartlet
Red Currant Curd
Swiss Meringue for Red Currant and Lemon Tartlets
Raspberry Sauce
Pomegranate seeds, for garnish

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out pastry 1/8 inch thick. Cut into 10 rounds with a 4-inch cutter. Fit into 3 1/2-inch round tart pans. Using scissors or a sharp paring knife, trim pastry even with edge of tart pans. Transfer to refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prick pastry all over with the tines of a fork. Line pastry with parchment rounds; fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until pastry begins to color around the edges 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the parchment paper and weights, and continue to bake just until the pastry dries out and turns golden, 10 to 20 minutes more. Cool completely on a wire rack before filling.
  • Fill half of each tart shell with lemon curd, and the other side with currant curd. Smooth the top flush with edge of tart shell.
  • Pipe meringue onto tarts using a 3/8-inch star tip to completely cover. Preheat broiler. Place tarts under broiler and broil until golden brown, alternatively, you can use a hand-held propane torch.
  • Place each tart on a serving plate. Serve with raspberry sauce, and garnish with a few pomegranate seeds.

LEMON BURST TARTLETS



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You'll love the taste of lemon and raspberry in these quick and easy bites. They're perfect for a party or as a simple dessert. -Pam Javor, North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
5 to 6 drops yellow food coloring, optional
2/3 cup raspberry cake and pastry filling
2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells
30 fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the lemon curd, whipped topping and food coloring if desired until smooth. Spoon 1 teaspoon raspberry filling into each tart shell. Pipe or spoon lemon mixture over filling. Garnish each with a raspberry. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

LEMON CURD TARTLETS



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From TOH magazine. These pretty little tartlets would make a great addition to a mini-dessert tray! Times are estimates and don't include chilling time.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Tarts

Time 35m

Yield 15 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel (colored part only, no white part)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1 (2 ounce) package frozen miniature phyllo tart shells, thawed
fresh raspberry
mint leaf
sweetened whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a small, heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon peel until blended.
  • Add butter and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a metal spoon.
  • Transfer lemon curd to a small bowl and cool for 10 minutes. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Just before serving, spoon lemon curd into tart shells. Garnish with raspberries, mint leaves, and/or whipped cream, if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

LEMON MACAROON TARTLETS



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This recipe came from the March/April 1994 issue of Cooking Light magazine. I have fixed these many times and you would never suspect them of being low fat! They are delicious!

Provided by Susan Dillard

Categories     Tarts

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch, plus
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
1/2 cup thawed whipped topping
2 tablespoons sweetened flaked coconut, toasted
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 egg whites
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Place egg in small bowl and set aside.
  • Combine sugar, cornstarch and lemon rind in a saucepan; stir well.
  • Slowly add water& lemon juice stirring with a whisk until blended.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat and stirring constantly cook one minute.
  • Stir one quarter of hot lemon mixture into the beaten egg, add this to remaining lemon mixture, stir constantly.
  • Cook over medium heat 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Pour mixture into a bowl; stir in coloring, if desired.
  • Place plastic wrap on surface and chill.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lemon filling into each Macaroon Tart Shell.
  • Top with 2 teaspoons whipped topping and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon toasted coconut.
  • MACAROON TART SHELLS:.
  • Combine all ingredients (except spray) in a bowl; stir well.
  • Divide evenly among 12 muffin cups coated with cooking spray.
  • Press mixture into bottom and up sides of cups.
  • Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes or until edges are browned.
  • Cool 2 minutes on a wire rack.
  • Remove from pan and cool completely on wire rack.

LEMON TARTLETS



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Make and share this Lemon tartlets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Poppy

Categories     Tarts

Time 45m

Yield 24 tartlets, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg
2 large egg whites
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (4 lemons)
1 tablespoon grated lemon, zest of
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose white flour
2 large eggs
4 large egg whites
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • To make lemon curd: whisk together egg, egg whites, sugar, lemon juice and zest in a heavy bottomed, medium-sided saucepan.
  • If you do not have a heavy-bottomed pan, use a double boiler and increase the cooking time slightly.
  • Add butter and cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • (the curd will become thicker as it cools).
  • Transfer to bowl and let cool.
  • Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  • (the curd can be prepared ahead and stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days).
  • to make pastry shells: place oven rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 375 °F.
  • Lightly oil 24 three-inch muffin cups or spray them with nonstick cooking spray.
  • in a medium-size saucepan, combine 1 cup water, oil, sugar and salt; bring just to a boil over medium heat.
  • Remove from the heat and add flour all at once.
  • Stir with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth mass.
  • Let cool for 2 minutes, then transfer to a stand-up mixer fitted with paddle attachment or to a food processor.
  • in a measuring cup, whisk together eggs, egg whites and vanilla.
  • Gradually add one quarter of the egg mixture to the flour paste, beating or processing until the eggs are incorporated.
  • Repeat with 3 more additions of the egg mixture until the batter just falls from a spoon.
  • The batter may seem lumpy.
  • place aobut 1 t pastry into each prepared muffin cup.
  • Dip a spoon in cold water and press the pastry into sides of the cups.
  • With moistened fingers, press the pastry part way up the sides of the cups, forming 3/8 inch thick shells.
  • Bake for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and prick the centers of the shells with a fork.
  • Return to the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until puffed and golden.
  • Loosen shells with a table knife or small metal spatula and transfer to a wire rack.
  • Let cool.
  • (the shells can be prepared ahead and stored, well wrapped, in the freezer for up to 1 month. Unwrap and thaw at room temp. For 1 hour before filling).
  • to assemble tartlets: not more than 1 ½ hours before serving, spoon about 1 t lemon curd into each tartlet shell and dust with confectioners" sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 58, Sodium 107.4, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 15.2, Protein 4.5

MEYER LEMON MERINGUE TARTLETS RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Meyer Lemon Meringue Tartlets Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 24

CRUST FOR AN 8 OR 9-INCH TART PAN:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
Salt
1/4 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest (optional)
1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
FOR 6 TARTLET PANS:
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
Salt
1/2 teaspoon finely grated Meyer lemon zest (optional)
1-1/2 sticks cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
LEMON CURD:
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest, plus 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
8 large egg yolks (egg whites reserved for another use)
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter (10-tablespoons), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
MERINGUE:
4 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Before starting, you can break down each of the three components a few days apart. Lemon curd stores very well in the refrigerator. I made the tart shells one day before assembling these tarts. For the tartlets (or tart): I used six non-stick tartlet pans, so I added 50% more ingredients. Otherwise, this should be enough dough for an 8-inch tart pan. Whisk together flour, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the lemon zest in a large bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or your fingers until dough begins to hold together. Note: I used my food processor, and pulsed the dough until it resembled coarse crumbs. Stir together 1 tablespoon water and vanilla, then mix into dough. Note: I used the food processor, and pulse this until the dough just started to come together. Shape dough into a disk, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Using your fingers, press dough evenly into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Note: I used a rolling pin to individual cut the dough to fit into each tartlet pan. Dock each tartlet (with a fork) or tart, to prevent too much puffing of the dough while baking. Freeze for 30 minutes, to prevent shrinkage of the dough. Bake tart shell until golden, about 25 minutes. Let cool completely. For the curd: In a medium saucepan, off heat, whisk together sugar, zest, and egg yolks; whisk in lemon juice and salt. Add butter and place pan over medium-high. Cook, whisking constantly, until butter has melted, mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, and small bubbles form around the edge of pan, about 5 minutes (do not boil). Remove pan from heat while continuing to whisk. Pour curd through a fine-mesh sieve into a glass bowl. Press plastic wrap against the surface of curd and refrigerate until cool. For the meringue: In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whisk egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar. Increase speed and whisk until meringue is glossy and forms stiff peaks. Whisk in vanilla until just combined and continue blending until it forms soft peaks. To make this look fancy, pipe with a large star tip. Otherwise, top with the meringue and make swirls with the back of a spoon. I use a small kitchen blow torch to brown the meringue, or place under a broiler and watch very closely until just slightly browned.

Tips:

  • For the perfect lemon curd, make sure to use fresh lemon juice and zest. This will give your tartlets a bright, citrusy flavor.
  • To prevent the tartlet shells from becoming soggy, pre-bake them before filling them with the lemon curd. This will help them to stay crispy and flaky.
  • If you don't have time to make your own tartlet shells, you can use store-bought ones. Just make sure that they are the right size for your tartlet tins.
  • You can decorate your tartlets with a variety of toppings, such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
  • Lemon tartlets are best served chilled. This will help the lemon curd to set and the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Lemon tartlets are a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these lemon tartlets a try!

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