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Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts

Delicious Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts for Spring Celebrations

Delight in these Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts, a perfect spring treat brimming with fresh strawberries and a creamy yogurt filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Flour Use gluten-free flour as a substitute.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Use margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste can be used for a more robust flavor.
  • 3-4 tablespoons Cold Water If needed, use ice-cold milk as a moistening agent.
For the Custard
  • 2 cups Strawberries Can substitute with blueberries or raspberries.
  • 1 cup Vanilla Yogurt Substitute with plain yogurt or dairy-free yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Maple syrup can be a vegan substitute.
  • 3 large Eggs Chia seeds can be used as an egg substitute in vegan recipes.
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best, but bottled can serve in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Zest from additional lemons can be used for a more potent flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used but may alter flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Coarse Salt Regular salt can also suffice.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • tart pans
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Honey Custard Tarts
  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine butter, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and coarse salt, whisking until smooth. Gradually add eggs one at a time, continuously whisking until fully incorporated. Cook this mixture while stirring often for about 8-9 minutes, or until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let it cool before transferring to the refrigerator to chill.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and sea salt, creating a dry mixture. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about the size of peas. Stir in vanilla extract and cold water until a dough forms, then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a floured surface into rounds, about 5 inches in diameter, to fit your tart pans. Carefully press the dough into the pans, ensuring it covers the sides. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Remove the pans from the oven and allow the crusts to cool completely.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well blended. Gently fold in the vanilla yogurt and honey, combining until smooth and creamy.
  5. Layer fresh, sliced strawberries evenly in the cooled tart crusts. Pour the honey yogurt custard mixture over the strawberries, filling each tart until just below the crust edges.
  6. Place the filled tart pans in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is perfectly golden and the custard is set in the center.
  7. After the tarts have cooled slightly, take the chilled lemon curd from the refrigerator and give it a gentle stir. Drizzle the lemon curd generously over the top of each tart.
  8. For the best flavor and texture, refrigerate the tarts for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always chill your crust and filling before baking to prevent sogginess. Fresh strawberries enhance both flavor and visual appeal.

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