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Mother's Day Blueberry–Lemon Curd Tart

Delight Mom with a Mother's Day Blueberry–Lemon Curd Tart

This delightful Mother's Day Blueberry–Lemon Curd Tart features a zesty lemon curd and a luscious blueberry filling for a naturally sweetened dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 large egg yolk Adds richness and helps bind the crust.
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream Enhances the creaminess of the crust.
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract Infuses delightful aroma and flavor.
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour Forms the sturdy base of the tart.
  • cup confectioners' sugar Provides a gentle sweetness to the crust.
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Balances the flavors beautifully.
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter Cut into cubes and chilled for a flaky and tender crust.
For the Lemon Curd Filling
  • ¼ cup lemon zest Delivers a vibrant tartness to the filling.
  • ½ cup lemon juice From 4 lemons, delivers flavor.
  • 1 large egg Creates a rich, velvety base for the curd.
  • 5 large yolks Creates a rich, velvety base for the curd.
  • cup honey Naturally sweetens the filling.
  • kosher salt Enhances the overall taste of the lemon curd.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Cut into 4 pieces and chilled for richness.
For the Blueberry Layer
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream Brings extra richness to the blueberry filling.
  • 10 ounces blueberries Main ingredient offering a burst of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Thickens the blueberry layer to the perfect consistency.
  • ¼ cup honey Adds sweetness to the blueberry layer.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • saucepan
  • tart pan
  • Blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Crust: In a food processor, combine flour, confectioners' sugar, and kosher salt. Add butter and pulse until crumbly. Mix in egg yolk, heavy cream, and vanilla until dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. Roll and Bake Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough on a floured surface into an 11-inch circle. Fit into 9-inch tart pan and trim excess. Bake until lightly golden, about 20 minutes.
  3. Make Lemon Curd: In a saucepan, whisk egg, yolks, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and kosher salt. Heat over medium-low, stirring until thickened. Remove from heat, stir in butter and heavy cream, strain into cooled crust.
  4. Bake Lemon Layer: Return tart to oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until filling is set but jiggles slightly in the center. Cool at room temperature.
  5. Prepare Blueberry Filling: In a blender, puree blueberries until smooth, strain to extract liquid. In saucepan, combine blueberry juice, honey, and cornstarch. Simmer over medium heat until thickened.
  6. Assemble Tart: Once lemon curd cools, pour blueberry filling over the top. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the tart covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. The crust can be made and frozen for up to 1 month.

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