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Lavender Lemon Tart


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  • Author: Julia
  • Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Lavender Lemon Easter Tart is a beautifully fragrant, dairy-free dessert that blends zesty lemon with floral lavender for a refreshing springtime treat. With a buttery crust and silky lemon-lavender filling, this elegant tart is perfect for Easter gatherings or any special occasion.


Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for GF option)
  • 4 oz salted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup lavender-infused sugar (see instructions below)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Lavender-Infused Sugar:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp dried culinary lavender

For the Filling:

  • 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar (including remaining lavender-infused sugar)
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 45 lemons)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

Optional Garnishes:

  • Fresh berries
  • Edible flowers
  • Chocolate eggs

Instructions

1. Prepare the Lavender-Infused Sugar

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, blend ½ cup granulated sugar with 2 tsp dried culinary lavender for 30 seconds, until finely chopped and fragrant.

2. Make the Tart Crust

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lavender-infused sugar with the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar.
  2. In another bowl, mix melted butter, ¼ cup lavender sugar mixture, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Stir in flour until a smooth, crumbly dough forms.
  4. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.

3. Bake the Crust

  1. Line a tart tin with wax paper for easy removal.
  2. Press chilled dough evenly into the tin, covering the bottom and sides. (Tip: If sticky, press down with plastic wrap.)
  3. Line the crust with foil and fill with pie weights, dry rice, or beans to prevent puffing.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until lightly golden. Set aside.

4. Prepare the Filling

  1. In a bowl, whisk together remaining lavender sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs until smooth.
  2. Gently whisk in ¼ cup flour until fully incorporated. (The mixture will be liquid but sets during baking.)

5. Bake the Tart

  1. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Pour lemon-lavender filling into the pre-baked crust.
  3. Bake for 30 minutes, until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
  4. Remove from oven and let cool for 10-20 minutes.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

6. Serve & Garnish

  1. Once chilled, remove tart from the tin and place on a serving platter.
  2. Garnish with fresh berries, edible flowers, or chocolate eggs.
  3. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Option – Use a gluten-free baking flour blend.
  • Citrus Twist – Replace half of the lemon juice with fresh orange juice for a milder citrus profile.
  • Herbal Infusion – Add a sprig of thyme or rosemary to the lemon juice while prepping for an extra depth of flavor.
  • Extra Creamy – Stir in ¼ cup coconut cream to the filling for a silkier texture.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French