Quick Lemon Caramel Tartlets
A decadent tartlet combining buttery caramel and tangy lemon curd, finished with dark chocolate shavings for an elegant and indulgent dessert.
Ready in
2 hr 50 min
Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
2 hr 50 min
Servings
5
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
420
Saucepan
Mixing bowl
Whisk
Spatula
Tartlet molds
Grater
Quantities adjust from the original 5 servings. Fixed items stay unchanged.
Caramel
Lemon curd
Finish
- 1
Prepare the caramel
10 min1Prepare the caramel
10 minMelt the sugar in a saucepan until it turns amber. Remove from heat, add butter, then slowly stir in the cream. Pour the caramel into tartlet shells and sprinkle with fleur de sel. Let it cool until fully set.
Do not stir the sugar while melting to avoid crystallization.
- 2
Make the lemon curd
15 min2Make the lemon curd
15 minWhisk the eggs with sugar until smooth. Add cornstarch and mix. Heat the lemon juice and gradually pour it into the mixture while whisking. Return to low heat and cook until thickened. Remove from heat and incorporate the butter gradually until smooth.
Whisk constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- 3
Assemble the tartlets
10 min3Assemble the tartlets
10 minOnce the caramel is fully set, pour the warm lemon curd over it and smooth the surface. Refrigerate until firm.
Make sure the caramel layer is set before adding the curd.
- 4
Finish
2 hr4Finish
2 hrBefore serving, top with dark chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.
Add chocolate just before serving for best texture.
Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
- Let each layer set properly before assembling.
- Serve chilled for best texture.
- Calories
- 420
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