Laughing Lemon Curd Tartlets

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Mini tart shells filled with silky lemon curd that sparkles with zest, delivering a burst of sunshine in every bite. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 12 French cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pulse 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cold cubed butter, and 2 tbsp sugar in a food processor until crumbly. Press into 12 mini tart shells and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1/2 cup sugar, and 3 large egg yolks in a heatproof bowl set over simmering water. Cook, whisking constantly, for 8-10 minutes until thickened and pale yellow.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 3 tbsp cubed butter until melted and smooth. Pour into cooled tart shells and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  4. Step 4: Before serving, sprinkle with extra lemon zest for a bright, joyful finish that makes every bite feel like a smile.

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