LEMON CURD TASSIES

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A wonderful blend of flavors!

Provided by Robin J.

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup butter, softened
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon lemon zest
3 eggs
1 ¼ cups white sugar
⅓ cup lemon juice
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Blend butter and cream cheese together; stir in flour. Cover; chill 1 hour.
  • On lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut in 3 inch rounds with scalloped cookie cutter. Pat rounds in 1 3/4 inch muffin pans. Bake tart shells at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool in pans.
  • To Make Filing: Grate 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel; set aside. In saucepan combine 3 well-beaten eggs, 1 1/4 cups sugar, 1/3 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 cup butter or margarine. Cook and stir over low heat till thick, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in lemon peel. Chill. Spoon a rounded teaspoonful of filling into each shell. If desired, top with toasted slivered almonds. Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 42.4 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 60.2 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

Shaylee Rank
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves lemon desserts.


Alijaan Ali
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These tassies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, picnics, and even just for a snack.


Md. Akhter Islam
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I love the way the lemon curd filling pairs with the buttery crust.


Adan Ali
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These tassies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


JAYBEEN WAKA NINGI TV
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The recipe was easy to follow and the tassies turned out beautifully. I'll definitely be making these again.


Aldar Ello
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I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but these tassies changed my mind. They're so delicious!


Miss Jazzy B
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I made these tassies for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Tauheed Ahmad
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These tassies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the lemon curd filling is smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Ravin Deonarine
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The lemon curd filling is divine! I love the burst of citrus flavor in every bite.


eliyas shumeye
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I've made these tassies twice now and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Victory Chijioke
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This recipe is a real keeper! The lemon curd is perfectly tangy and sweet, and the crust is buttery and flaky. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.