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 4–5 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
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 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
- In a mixing bowl, combine lavender-infused sugar with the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, ¼ cup lavender sugar mixture, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Stir in flour until a smooth, crumbly dough forms.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
3. Bake the Crust
- Line a tart tin with wax paper for easy removal.
- Press chilled dough evenly into the tin, covering the bottom and sides. (Tip: If sticky, press down with plastic wrap.)
- Line the crust with foil and fill with pie weights, dry rice, or beans to prevent puffing.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until lightly golden. Set aside.
4. Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, whisk together remaining lavender sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and eggs until smooth.
- Gently whisk in ¼ cup flour until fully incorporated. (The mixture will be liquid but sets during baking.)
5. Bake the Tart
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Pour lemon-lavender filling into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10-20 minutes.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
6. Serve & Garnish
- Once chilled, remove tart from the tin and place on a serving platter.
- Garnish with fresh berries, edible flowers, or chocolate eggs.
- 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