How to Make Sweet and Simple Lemon Tart - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the bright and zesty flavor of lemons that just screams summer. And what better way to enjoy this vibrant fruit than in a Sweet and Simple Lemon Tart? This classic dessert is the perfect balance of tart and sweet, with a buttery crust and silky smooth filling that will have your taste buds singing.

Not only is this Lemon Tart delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this impressive dessert in n...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¼ cup sifted confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 squares

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Make the crust: Mix butter and confectioners' sugar together in a bowl until smooth; stir in flour. Press dough into the prepared baking pan; pierce with a fork in several places to prevent crust from puffing up during baking.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool, 15 to 30 minutes. Leave the oven on.
  • Make the filling: Whisk white sugar and eggs together in a bowl. Whisk in flour, lemon juice, lemon peel, and salt until thoroughly combined; pour into cooled crust.
  • Bake until filling is set, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool completely, then dust with confectioners' sugar and cut into 16 squares. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve chilled.
  • Nutrition

    156 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 86mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 24mg