Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and heavy cream until combined. In a food processor, pulse the all-purpose flour, confectioners’ sugar, and kosher salt until mixed. Add the chilled unsalted butter, processing until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually blend in the egg mixture until a dough forms. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch tart pan. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface, then carefully fit it into the tart pan, trimming any excess dough. Refrigerate the crust for 15 minutes to firm it up. Once chilled, bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
- While the tart crust cools, prepare the lemon curd. In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and honey. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cold unsalted butter until melted. Strain the curd through a fine-mesh sieve into the cooled tart crust.
- Once the lemon curd is poured into the tart crust, carefully place the tart back in the oven. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the lemon filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- While the tart cools, make the blueberry layer. In a blender, puree the blueberries until smooth, then strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds. In a saucepan, combine the strained blueberry puree, honey, and cornstarch. Simmer over medium heat for about 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
- Once the blueberry mixture has thickened, carefully pour it over the cooled lemon curd layer in the tart crust. Smooth the top gently with a spatula, ensuring even coverage. Refrigerate the assembled Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart for at least 2 hours, allowing the layers to set properly.
- Once fully chilled, slice the tart and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of lemon sorbet for an added treat.
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Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; chilling the dough is essential for a flaky crust.