Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts are a delightful dessert that combines the sweetness of strawberries and honey with the tanginess of lemon curd. The buttery crust provides the perfect base for the creamy custard and fresh strawberries. Here’s a detailed recipe to guide you through making these delicious tarts:
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons cold water
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 5 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
- Pinch of coarse salt
Directions:
- Make the Lemon Curd:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together butter, 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, zest, and a pinch of salt.
- Add eggs one at a time, whisking until fully mixed each time.
- Cook over low heat for about 8-9 minutes, whisking frequently, until somewhat thickened. Remove from heat, cool completely, then chill in the fridge until ready to use.
- Make the Pie Dough:
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, 1 ½ teaspoon sugar, and ¾ teaspoon salt.
- Add chilled cubed butter, and cut into the mixture until pea-sized. Stir in vanilla extract and cold water until the dough forms.
- Move to a floured surface, fold until incorporated. Divide and flatten into discs. Chill for 15 minutes to an hour.
- Roll out and line four 4-inch tart pans. Prick bottoms, line with parchment and baking beans, and bake for 10 minutes. Remove beans and cool.
- Assemble the Tarts:
- Whisk 2 eggs, 3 tablespoons sugar, vanilla extract, and stir in honey yogurt.
- Arrange strawberries on cooled crusts, pour filling over.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool slightly, then drizzle with lemon curd.
These Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts are a perfect combination of flavors and textures, making them a delightful dessert for any occasion. Enjoy!
