The Lemon Tart of My Dreams

A simple, flat, smooth lemon tart with intense citrus flavor. Whisk eggs, sugar, lemon zest and juice with cream, pour into a prebaked shell, bake until just set, then dust with sugar.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C.

Step 2

Beat together the eggs, yolks, and sugar in a bowl.

Step 3

Add the lemon zest and juice, mixing well.

Step 4

Whisk in the cream. Pour into the prebaked tart shell. Skim off any surface foam.

Step 5

Bake until just set, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 6

Let cool, dust with confectioners’ sugar, and serve.