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Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts

Delightful Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts for Spring Gatherings

A delightful Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts recipe perfect for spring gatherings, combining creamy yogurt custard with fresh strawberries.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Spring
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.5 cups chilled unsalted butter (cubed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
For the Filling
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries can substitute with blueberries or raspberries
  • 1.5 cups vanilla yogurt can substitute with plain yogurt
  • 0.33 cups honey can substitute with maple syrup
  • 0.33 cups sugar adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or lemon extract for a citrusy kick
For the Lemon Curd
  • 0.5 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cups sugar coconut sugar is a viable alternative
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest use unwaxed lemons
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • pinch coarse salt sea salt is ideal

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter
  • tart pans

Method
 

Prepare the Lemon Curd
  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, whisk together 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add 3 large eggs, whisking continuously until thickened, about 8-9 minutes. Remove from heat and cool, then refrigerate until use.
Make the Pie Dough
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups flour, 0.25 cups sugar, and 0.25 teaspoon sea salt. Cut in 0.5 cup chilled butter until resembling coarse crumbs. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 3 tablespoons cold water to form dough. Chill for 30 minutes, then roll out to fit mini tart pans.
Blind Bake the Crusts
  1. Prick the bottoms of the shaped tart shells. Line with parchment and fill with baking beans or rice. Bake for 10 minutes until golden. Remove parchment and beans, cool completely before filling.
Assemble the Tarts
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 0.33 cups sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until pale. Stir in 1.5 cups yogurt and 0.33 cups honey. Layer strawberries in cooled crusts and pour custard mixture over top.
Bake the Custard Tarts
  1. Place tarts in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the custard sets and edges brown. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Finishing Touch
  1. Drizzle cooled lemon curd over the tarts. Allow to cool completely before serving chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are cold for best results and prevent overbaking.

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