Lemon-Cheese Tarts

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

Lemon-Cheese Tarts offer a delightful blend of tangy lemon and rich cream cheese in a crisp tart shell. Perfect for a bright dessert or teatime treat, they balance sweetness and citrus zest, appealing to those who enjoy fresh, vibrant flavors in a elegant yet simple presentation.

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Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened

Instructions

  1. Beat eggs in the top of a double boiler until thick and fluffy. Continue beating while gradually adding sugar, lemon juice, and grated lemon rind.
  2. Place over hot water and cook, stirring constantly, until custard is thick and smooth.
  3. Cool slightly.
  4. Gradually blend the custard into the softened cream cheese and mix until smooth.
  5. Fill the tart shells with the cream cheese mixture.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

291 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.7g 13% DV
Total Fat 11.1g 14% DV
Carbs 42.4g 15% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 7.2g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 218.3mg 9% DV
Potassium 253mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 142.3mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 92mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 10.1mg 11% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 92.5mg 7% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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