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Lemon Custard Cake

Lemon Custard Cake that Tastes Like Grandma's Love

This Lemon Custard Cake brings back sweet memories and tastes like grandma's love. Simple and delightful.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Sweetens the crust.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Creates flaky crust.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Binds the ingredients.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Cold Water Helps form the dough.
For the Custard
  • 2 cups Milk Can use almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Thickens the custard.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds lemon flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Avoid bottled juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (for custard) Adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Cake Pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse sand. Stir in egg yolk and add cold water gradually until dough forms. Wrap and chill for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough and press into a tart or cake pan. Prick bottom with a fork. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, and egg yolks. Gradually whisk in milk, cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice, butter, and vanilla.
  4. Pour custard into cooled crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles.
  5. Cool completely at room temperature. Slice and optionally dust with powdered sugar and garnish with lemon twists or berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Chill dough to prevent shrinking, avoid overbaking, use fresh ingredients, and let it cool before slicing.

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