Mr Roux’s Lemon Tart

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of Mr Roux's Lemon Tart
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 lemons
9 large eggs
375 g sugar
300 ml heavy cream
50 g icing sugar ( confectioners ' sugar )
264 g plain flour
108 g icing sugar ( confectioners ' sugar )
1/2 pinch salt
217 g unsalted butter , softened
2 large egg yolks

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
608
Sugar
45g
Fat
36g
Mr Roux's Lemon Tart is a classic French dessert that is a staple in pastry shops across the country. This tart is known for its tangy filling made from thinly sliced lemons, which is baked in a sweet pastry crust. Mr Roux's Lemon Tart is a perfect dessert for any special occasion or when you're craving something sweet and tangy.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 190C/170C fan (375F/Gas 5).
2.Cut the heads off the lemons, then slice them as thinly as possible. Remove all the seeds.
3.In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the cream and whisk again until well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, sift the flour, icing sugar, and salt together.
5.Pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture and stir until the batter is smooth.
6.Add the softened butter and stir until the butter is completely incorporated into the batter.
7.Stir in the lemon slices, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8.Pour the mixture into a 10-inch tart pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
9.Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until it is golden brown and the filling is set.
10.Let the tart cool to room temperature, then dust with icing sugar.

PROS

Mr Roux’s Lemon Tart is a delicious dessert that is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.

The lemon slices add a unique texture to the filling, and the pastry is buttery and flaky.

CONS

This tart is high in calories, sugar, and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

Additionally, the tart requires some effort to make, as it requires the slicing of lemons and the baking of a pastry crust.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemons are a rich source of vitamin C, which can support immune system health and help the body absorb iron.
Additionally, lemons contain antioxidants that may help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals.

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