French Lemon Cream Tart
You'll need one baked 9-inch tart shell.
Prepare tart
Step 1
Fresh lemon zest is key to the flavor of this lemon tart.
Zest
Step 2
Place granulated sugar in a large bowl and use your hands to rub in the lemon zest to the sugar.
Rubbing the zest
Step 3
Next, add the large eggs and fresh lemon juice. Add to a large heavy-bottomed pot and cook over low-medium heat.
Add juice & eggs
Step 4
When the mixture has reached the correct temperature take it off the heat and pour over a sieve into a bowl.
Cook the lemon mixture
Step 5
Let the mixture cool for 10-15 minutes then push thru a strainer to remove any lumps.
Strain the curd
Step 6
Pour cooled filling into the bowl of a food processor. Turn the food processor on and slowly add the butter, 5 pieces at a time.
Add the butter
Step 7
Pour the filling in a clean container and press a piece of plastic on top to prevent a skin from forming. Chill the mixture.
Chill and whisk
Use an offset spatula to create an even layer of lemon cream in the pre-baked shell. Chill again then add berries.
Add cream to tart
Enjoy