Saturday, 24 September 2011

Easy Lemon Tarts

Who doesn't love lemon?  These are simple and elegant desserts.  Make your own pastry if you like or simply use store-bought frozen shells to save on time.  Change them up according to what fruit is in season.  You can add whipping cream to the tops but they really don't need it.

12 frozen tart shells or homemade pastry
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
2 eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup whipping cream
strawberries or seasonal fruit for garnish


  1. Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).  
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the lemon juice, eggs and granulated sugar with a whisk or electric mixer for at least 1 minute.  Add whipping cream and beat until combined.  Pour into tart shells, filling each one to just below the top edge.  Bake on the lowest rack of the oven for 18 to 20 min, or until filling is just about set and the pastry is lightly browned.  Let cool completely.
  3. Just before serving, place fruit on the tops and enjoy!
Based on a recipe from Todays Parent May 2008

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