Lemon Curd Tart Recipe

Rating 5.0
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| Last Updated on May 9, 2024
This vegan lemon curd tart features a shortbread crust and a dreamy lemon curd filling. The bright lemon curd is made with coconut milk and fresh lemon juice which adds an element of comfort reminiscent of key lime pie.
Utensils Dessert
Globe New American
11
ingredients
7
steps
50
minutes
Chef Patricia started her culinary career in 2000 as a Walt Disney World College Program intern. She spent ten years honing her culinary and pastry chef skills by working in numerous three star restaurants, patisseries and gluten free bakeries. In 2020, Chef Patricia won an award for best vegan side dish. Currently living in Atlanta, she spends her time cooking and baking while focusing on plant-based gourmet cuisine.

Ingredients

Servings:
9
For the Shortbread Crust
1/2 cup(s)
vegan butter, softened
1/4 cup(s)
granulated sugar
1 cup(s)
all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp
salt
For the Lemon Curd
3/4 cup(s)
lemon juice, about 4 large lemons
2 tsp
lemon zest
1 1/2 cup(s)
granulated sugar
1 1/4 cup(s)
full-fat coconut milk
6 tbsp
cornstarch
1
pinch ground turmeric
fresh berries, for garnish
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Directions 7 steps | 50 Minutes

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Measure and prep all ingredients.

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2

Prepare the shortbread crust. In the bowl of a food processor, place the vegan butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour and salt. Pulse until a dough comes together.

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Prepare the shortbread crust.
Step 3

Spread the dough into six 4-inch tart pans. Pierce the bottom of the dough several times with a fork to prevent the dough from rising. Bake the crust for 16-18 minutes. Let cool completely.

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Spread the dough into six 4-inch tart pans.
Step 4

Prepare the lemon curd. In a saucepan, place the lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, coconut milk, cornstarch and ground turmeric. 

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Prepare the lemon curd.
Step 5

Turn the heat to medium and stir to dissolve and mix the ingredients. Cook for 9 minutes until thickened, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. (See notes 1.)

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Turn the heat to medium and stir to dissolve and mix the ingredients.
Step 6

Pour the lemon curd into the prepared crusts. Bake for 15 minutes.

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Pour the lemon curd into the prepared crusts.
Step 7

Remove from the oven and cool completely. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours before cutting and serving. Garnish with fresh berries. Serve and enjoy!

Lemon Curd Tart Recipe: Remove from the oven and cool completely.

Notes:

  1. Do not use eggs in this recipe. To ensure a lump-free lemon filling, whisk continuously to boiling point (thickening point).

Nutrition Per Serving
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CALORIES
397
FAT
19 g
PROTEIN
2.3 g
CARBS
57.4 g
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Sarah D.

Sarah

31 Aug 2023

I'm a sucker for anything lemon flavored and this tart is absolute perfection!

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Christina P.

Christina

24 Jul 2023

Definitely a comfort food. An absolute must-try.

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