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Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart

Zesty Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart for a Sweet Retreat

A delightful Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart combining sweet blueberries and tangy lemon curd with a cookie-like crust, perfect for spring gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Butter cold
  • 1/4 cup Sugar adjust based on preference
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour all-purpose or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to enhance sweetness
For the Blueberry Compote
  • 2 cups Fresh Blueberries ripe ones for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup Sugar adjust based on sweetness of blueberries
  • 1/4 cup Water for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch or arrowroot/tapioca starch if needed
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter for emulsification
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Lemon Zest only use yellow part

Equipment

  • tart pan
  • medium pot
  • small pot
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small pot, combine 2 cups of fresh blueberries with sugar and a splash of water. Mix together cornstarch and remaining water, and add it to the pot. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened and blueberries burst, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  2. Grate the zest of two lemons and juice them. In a medium pot over low to medium heat, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook, stirring continuously until thickened about 10 minutes; do not let it boil. Remove from heat and whisk in cold butter and lemon zest until smooth. Transfer to a bowl to cool in the refrigerator.
  3. Prepare the tart shell by rolling out the chilled dough and placing it into a tart pan, pressing gently into the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
  4. Pour the cooled lemon curd into the cooled tart shell, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  5. Spoon the cooled blueberry compote over the lemon curd, letting some blueberries tumble over the edges.
  6. Cover the tart with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and lets it set.
  7. When ready to serve, slice the tart into wedges and garnish with powdered sugar or fresh mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and let the crust cool completely before adding the lemon curd. The tart can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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