Soufféd Lemon Tart (Crostata Al Limone)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth With This Souffléd Lemon Tart Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 eggs , separated , room temp
	10 tablespoons sugar , divided
	3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
	1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
	2 lemons , zest of , grated
	1 deep 9 inch partially baked sweet tart crust ( recipe 71610 )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

377

Sugar

35g

Fat

14g

This Souffléd Lemon Tart, also known as Crostata Al Limone, is the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. The slightly savory crust is filled with a tangy, sweet lemon filling that’s light and airy thanks to the soufflé texture. It's perfect to end a flavorful meal with or as a special treat for any occasion. The sweet yet zesty taste offers a flavorful treat and will leave you wanting more with every bite.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350 F.
2.	With an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks, 8 tablespoons of sugar, flour, lemon juice and zest until blended.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add in 2 tablespoons of sugar and continue to beat until peaks are stiff.
4.	Fold 1/4 of beaten egg whites into lemon mixture to lighten.
5.	Pour lightened mixture over remaining beaten whites in the bowl. Fold gently until completely blended.
6.	Pour mixture into partially baked tart shell.
7.	Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the soufflé topping is puffed and lightly browned.
8.	Cool tart in pan set on a wire rack for about 20 minutes before serving.

PROS

The souffléd tart has a sweet and zesty lemon flavor that is perfect for any dessert lover.

It’s also easy to make, and the soufflé texture gives it a unique touch.

CONS

The tart is high in sugar, fat, and calories which makes it an occasional treat rather than an everyday dessert.

The recipe requires a pre-made tart crust, so making it from scratch will take longer time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.
Lemons are a great source of vitamin C and are known to aid digestion. They also offer various health benefits as a natural antioxidant.