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Best lemon tart on a white plate, topped with raspberries and dusted with confectioners' sugar

Best Lemon Tart

This best lemon tart combines a creamy, tangy citrus filling with a nutty almond crust for a healthier twist on a classic dessert. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 cup ground almonds
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1/2 cup cold butter cubed
  • Additional confectioners' sugar for garnish
  • Fresh raspberries optional

Instructions
 

  • Let the eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. This helps ensure the filling will blend smoothly.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and orange zest until well combined. Gradually whisk in the melted butter until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
  • For the crust: In a food processor, pulse together the flour, confectioners' sugar, ground almonds, grated lemon zest, and grated orange zest. Add the cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture forms a crumbly dough. Continue pulsing just until it comes together in a ball.
  • Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to smooth it out.
  • Pour the prepared lemon mixture into the crust. Spread evenly.
  • Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is almost set and the edges are lightly golden.
  • Remove the tart from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Before serving, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and top with fresh raspberries if desired.