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Zesty Grapefruit Curd Tart Recipe

Zesty Grapefruit Curd Tart Recipe: A Refreshing Citrus Delight

This Zesty Grapefruit Curd Tart recipe combines refreshing grapefruit with a buttery crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Crust
  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour Consider almond flour for gluten-free.
  • ½ cup Powdered sugar Adds sweetness to the crust.
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Cold, for better texture.
For the Curd Filling
  • ½ cup Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice Brings vibrant flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Grapefruit zest Enhances flavor profile.
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the curd.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature for best results.
  • ¼ cup Unsalted butter For creamy richness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9-inch tart pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

Prepare Crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour and ½ cup of powdered sugar. Cut in ½ cup of cold, unsalted butter until crumbly. Press the mixture into a 9-inch tart pan and chill.
Blind Bake Crust
  1. Dock the chilled crust with a fork, line with parchment, add weights, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack.
Make Curd
  1. Whisk together ½ cup grapefruit juice, 2 tablespoons grapefruit zest, ¾ cup sugar, and 2 eggs in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Stir in ¼ cup butter until melted.
Cool and Set
  1. Pour grapefruit curd into the cooled tart crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Serve
  1. Remove from pan, slice, garnish with grapefruit and zest, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Ensure the crust is cool before filling.

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