How to Make Shortbread with Lemon Curd - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shortbread with lemon curd is a mouthwatering dessert that combines the buttery goodness of shortbread with the bright and zesty flavor of lemon curd. This delectable treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a fancy dinner party or simply craving a sweet and tangy snack.

The buttery shortbread base provides a rich and crumbly texture that pairs beautifully with the tart and creamy lemon curd. The combination of flavors and textures creates a delightful sensory experie...

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Ingredients

  • 18 ounces all-purpose flour
  • 5 ounces confectioners' sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound butter, softened
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons grated lemon rind

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 32 fingers

  • Sift flour, confectioners' sugar, and salt together in a bowl. Press softened butter into flour mixture and combine until blended. Pat stiff dough into two 9x13-inch pans forming even layers. Pierce through dough with a fork every 1/2-inch in lines parallel to the long sides of the pans; use a clean yard stick laid across the pan as a guide to make straight rows. Chill dough until firm.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 11 minutes. Cut into rows using fork marks, again using a yardstick as a pan guide. Cut rows into 3-inch lengths to make fingers. Cool completely in the pan.
  • Meanwhile, beat eggs in a bowl. Stir in sugar, lemon juice, melted butter, and lemon rind. Pour into the top of a double boiler set over simmering water; cook and stir until thick and smooth, 5 to 10 minutes. Cool at room temperature.
  • Serve shortbread fingers with lemon curd.
  • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 137mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 35mg