Alice Waters’ Lemon Tart Recipe

Alice Waters’ Lemon Tart Recipe

How To Make Alice Waters’ Lemon Tart Recipe

A creamy and tangy lemon tart with a flaky crust made from Alice Waters’ recipe.

Preparation: 30 minutes
Cooking: 45 minutes
Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 4 eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

  2. In a food processor, pulse flour and butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. Add water and process until dough comes together.

  4. Roll out dough and place in a tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork and chill for 10 minutes.

  5. Blind bake the crust for 12 minutes.

  6. In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale. Add lemon juice, zest, and heavy cream. Mix until well combined.

  7. Pour the lemon mixture into the tart shell and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set.

  8. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories : 635kcal
  • Total Fat : 38g
  • Saturated Fat : 23g
  • Cholesterol : 246mg
  • Sodium : 69mg
  • Total Carbohydrates : 67g
  • Dietary Fiber : 2g
  • Sugar : 34g
  • Protein : 9g
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