Lemon-Orange Almond Flour Tartlets
Crunchy almond flour crusts filled with a zesty citrus curd, baked to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a sophisticated yet approachable dessert. This american-inspired desserts (low-carb, keto) ready in about 50 minutes layers almond flour, butter, granulated 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 140 calories and feeds 24, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 24 paper liners.
- Step 2: In a food processor, pulse 1 cup almond flour, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Divide evenly among the muffin cups, pressing down firmly to form crusts.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk 2 large eggs with 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp orange zest, and 1/4 cup orange juice until well combined. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared crusts.
- Step 4: Bake for 18-20 minutes until the centers are just set and the edges are golden. Let cool completely at room temperature.
- Step 5: Dust with 2 tbsp powdered sugar before serving. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Orange Almond Flour Tartlets take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (30 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Lemon-Orange Almond Flour Tartlets?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Orange Almond Flour Tartlets?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon-Orange Almond Flour Tartlets for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 24 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 24). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Lemon-Orange Almond Flour Tartlets low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
