LEMON TART WITH ALMOND CRUST

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Our state produces an abundance of lemons, and everyone is always looking for new ways to use them. This beautiful tart is my delicious solution to the excess-lemon problem! -Lois Kinneberg, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1/4 cup sugar
6 tablespoons cold butter
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
3 large eggs
3 large egg yolks
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
Dash salt
6 tablespoons butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Place the flour, almonds, sugar, butter, extract and salt in a food processor. Cover and pulse until blended. Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing until mixture forms a soft dough. , Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-in. fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 325°., In a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, whisk the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, peel and salt until blended. Add butter; cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Pour into crust., Bake for 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 24g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 185mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ruth Nyende
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This tart was absolutely delicious! The crust was perfectly crispy and the lemon filling was tart and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.


Taylor Bailey
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This tart was a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit too thick for my liking. Overall, it was a good tart, but not my favorite.


Carrie Whitton
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I love lemon tarts and this one did not disappoint! The crust was perfectly crispy and the lemon filling was tart and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.


Faith Mushega
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This was my first time making a lemon tart and it turned out great! The crust was a bit thick for my taste, but the lemon filling was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Saidwali Orakzai
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tart turned out perfectly! The crust was crispy and the lemon filling was tart and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.


Tiff Finkley
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This tart was a bit more difficult to make than I expected, but it was definitely worth the effort. The crust was a bit crumbly, but the lemon filling was absolutely delicious.


Able Guy
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts. But I'm so glad I did! This tart is amazing! The crust is perfectly crispy and the lemon filling is tart and flavorful without being too overpowering.


Zober Fayaz
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I've made this tart several times and it always turns out great. It's a really easy recipe to follow and the results are always impressive.


Naveed Steel
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This is the best lemon tart recipe I've ever tried! The crust is so flaky and the lemon filling is perfectly tart. I will definitely be making this again.


Shaka Olamide
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I made this tart for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of the sweet and tart flavors. The crust was also very easy to make and it turned out perfectly.


Gahaznfar Ali
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This lemon tart with almond crust was absolutely delicious! The crust was perfectly crispy and buttery, and the lemon filling was tart and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.


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