Yuzu Custard Tart with Sesame Crust
A crisp tart shell infused with toasted sesame seeds filled with a tangy yuzu citrus custard for a refreshing dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers all-purpose flour, toasted sesame seeds, 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 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds
- 7 tbsp, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup yuzu juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds, 3 tbsp powdered sugar, and 7 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 1 egg yolk and pulse until dough starts to come together. Press dough into a 9-inch tart pan evenly, then prick base with a fork. Chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
- Step 3: Bake tart shell for 18 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and cool completely.
- Step 4: In a medium saucepan, whisk together 3/4 cup heavy cream, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup yuzu juice, and 1 tbsp cornstarch over medium heat.
- Step 5: Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in remaining egg yolk.
- Step 6: Pour custard into cooled tart shell and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. Serve chilled.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Yuzu Custard Tart with Sesame Crust take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (25 min prep + 25 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 Yuzu Custard Tart with Sesame 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 Yuzu Custard Tart with Sesame 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 Yuzu Custard Tart with Sesame 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 Yuzu Custard Tart with Sesame Crust?
French 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.
