Description
This Lattice Lemon Tart with Zesty Glaze features a buttery, flaky crust filled with bright, tangy lemon custard and finished with a glossy citrus drizzle. The elegant lattice top makes it a beautiful and refreshing dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1–2 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt for the crust. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 1 egg and mix until the dough begins to come together. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time if needed. Form into a disk, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out two-thirds of the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface. Fit into a 9-inch tart pan and trim excess.
- In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons flour. Add 3 eggs, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon zest, and heavy cream. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling into the prepared crust.
- Roll out the remaining dough and cut into strips. Arrange in a lattice pattern over the filling, weaving carefully. Trim and seal edges.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely at room temperature.
- Whisk powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled tart before serving.
Notes
- Chill the dough thoroughly to prevent shrinking during baking.
- Add fresh berries over the crust before filling for a fruity variation.
- Substitute lime juice and zest for a lime version.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 1 month and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
