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Strawberry Mascarpone Tartlets with Lemon Curd

Strawberry Mascarpone Tartlets with Lemon Curd


  • Author: my aunty recipes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Description

Short Description: These Strawberry and Mascarpone Tartlets with Lemon Curd feature a buttery tart crust filled with a creamy mascarpone filling, a swirl of tangy lemon curd, and fresh strawberries on top. A perfect summer dessert that's simple to make yet stunningly elegant.


Ingredients

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For the Tartlet Shells:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2-3 tbsp ice water

For the Lemon Curd:

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed

For the Mascarpone Filling:

  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish:

  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

Instructions

 Prepare the Tartlet Shells:

  • In a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add the egg yolk and pulse until combined. Gradually add ice water until the dough just comes together.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into circles to fit into tartlet pans. Press the dough into the pans and trim any excess.
  • Line with parchment paper, fill with pie weights, and blind bake for 12-15 minutes. Remove the parchment and bake for another 5 minutes until golden. Cool completely.

2. Make the Lemon Curd:

  • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens (about 8-10 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the butter until smooth. Allow the curd to cool completely.

3. Make the Mascarpone Filling:

  • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.

4. Assemble the Tartlets:

  • Once the tartlet shells have cooled, spoon the mascarpone filling into each shell, smoothing it out.
  • Add a dollop of lemon curd on top of the mascarpone and gently swirl with the back of a spoon.
  • Top with sliced fresh strawberries for garnish.
  • Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Blind Baking Tip: Be sure to properly blind bake the tart shells to prevent them from becoming soggy once filled.
  • Make-Ahead: You can prepare the tartlet shells and lemon curd in advance. Store the shells at room temperature and the curd in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Fruit Substitutes: While strawberries are ideal, you can also use other berries like raspberries or blueberries.
  • Whipped Cream Alternative: If you prefer a lighter filling, you can replace the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier result.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg