Ingredients
Method
Make the Shortcrust Pastry
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar.
- Add the cold butter and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingers until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Introduce the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. If the dough feels too dry, add a little more water, a teaspoon at a time.
- Once combined, wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow it to rest.
Preheat the Oven and Form the Tartlets
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin or specific tartlet pans with butter.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut out circles large enough to fit your tartlet pans.
- Gently press the pastry dough into the pans and trim any excess edges for a neat finish.
- Bake the pastry shells for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn a lovely golden brown. Once baked, let them cool completely.
Make the Lemon Curd
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks, 100 g granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering (not boiling) water, ensuring the base of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.
- Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, which should take about 10-15 minutes.
- After thickening, remove it from heat and stir in 50 g butter until melted and thoroughly combined. Allow the lemon curd to cool completely to room temperature.
Assemble the Tartlets
- Spoon the cooled lemon curd into each tartlet shell, filling them to the brim.
- To decorate, pipe or spoon the whipped cream around the edges of the tartlets to create a petal shape reminiscent of a daisy flower.
- Add a small dollop of lemon curd in the center of each tartlet to form the daisy's flower center, and finally, dust with powdered sugar for a stunning presentation.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until you’re ready to share these beauties with family and friends.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are chilled for a flakier crust. For a deeper lemon flavor, consider using a combination of lemon and lime juice. Customize the decorations with small edible flowers or sprinkle crushed pistachios or almonds on the whipped cream.
