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Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts

Delicious Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts for Spring Bliss

Delight in the vibrant flavors of spring with these Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts, a quick and elegant dessert.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/4 cups flour use a gluten-free blend for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt no substitutions needed
  • 1/2 cup butter (chilled and cubed) vegan butter can be used for dairy-free version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract substitute with almond extract if desired
  • 2-4 tablespoons cold water ice water is preferable
For the Filling
  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative will work
  • 1/4 cup honey maple syrup can be used for vegan options
  • 2 large eggs substitute with flax eggs for a vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup sugar can reduce quantity based on sweetness preference
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional if using flavored yogurt
  • 1 cup strawberries (sliced) substitute with other berries if desired
For the Lemon Curd
  • 3 whole eggs can use additional egg yolks for richness
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice use bottled lemon juice in a pinch
  • 1/2 cup sugar can adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest avoid if you want a smoother texture
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cubed) for dairy-free, use coconut oil
  • a pinch coarse salt no substitute necessary

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Tart pans
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together the butter, sugar, lemon juice, and coarse salt. Gradually add the eggs, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens, about 8-9 minutes. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, and cool before chilling in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375˚F (190˚C). In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and sea salt. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs. Add the vanilla extract and cold water, mixing until a dough forms. Chill for 15-60 minutes.
  3. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into discs. Line the tart pans with the dough, pricking the bottoms with a fork to prevent puffing. Blind bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow the crusts to cool completely before filling.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the yogurt and honey, creating a creamy filling. Layer the sliced strawberries on the cooled tart crusts and pour the custard mixture over the berries until fully covered.
  5. Place the assembled tarts back in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the custard is set and a slight jiggle remains in the center.
  6. Remove from the oven and let the tarts cool for about 5 minutes before drizzling with chilled lemon curd. Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Chill ingredients for a flaky crust, and allow tarts to cool completely before adding lemon curd for best results.

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