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Lemon Curd Tartlets

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These Lemon Curd Tartlets are beautifully shaped into delicate flowers with a buttery shortcrust pastry and a tangy lemon curd filling. Perfect for Mother’s Day, Easter, or afternoon tea, these elegant treats are simple to make yet impressive to serve!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 60 minutes
  • Yield: 10-12 tartlets

Ingredients

  • 1 pack ready-rolled shortcrust pastry (e.g., Jus-Rol)
  • 1 jar homemade or store-bought lemon curd
  • 2 tablespoons icing sugar

Instructions

Prepare the Pastry:

  1. Let the shortcrust pastry come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Roll out the pastry and use a flower-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
  3. Press each flower into a mini cupcake tray, folding the petals slightly outward.
  4. Chill the pastry cases in the fridge for 1 hour to prevent shrinking.

Bake the Pastry Cases:

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Bake the pastry cases for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  3. Let them cool completely before filling.

Fill with Lemon Curd:

  1. Dust the cooled pastry cases with icing sugar.
  2. Fill each tartlet with lemon curd, smoothing the tops.
  3. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • For an ultra-smooth filling, strain the lemon curd before using.
  • For a decorative touch, add fresh berries or edible flowers on top.
  • Best enjoyed within a few days for maximum freshness.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British, French
  • Diet: Vegetarian