Rustic Lemon Bar Tart with Almond Crust
A bright and tangy lemon bar tart featuring a buttery almond flour crust and a smooth, zesty lemon custard filling. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes layers all-purpose flour, almond flour, cold and cubed unsalted butter 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 280 calories and feeds 8, 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 all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 6 tbsp, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup, freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar for filling
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour for filling
- for dusting powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup almond flour, and 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Cut in 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add 1 large egg yolk and mix until dough just comes together.
- Step 2: Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan. Chill in refrigerator for 15 minutes, then bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and firm to the touch. Set aside to cool.
- Step 3: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 tbsp lemon zest until smooth and thick.
- Step 4: Pour the lemon custard filling over the cooled crust and bake at 350°F for an additional 20-22 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing into bars and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Lemon Bar Tart with Almond Crust take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 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 Rustic Lemon Bar Tart with Almond Crust?
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 Rustic Lemon Bar Tart with Almond Crust?
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 Rustic Lemon Bar Tart with Almond Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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.
What goes well with Rustic Lemon Bar Tart with Almond Crust?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
