Double-Decker Lemon Tart Recipe

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Double-Decker Lemon Tart
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  1. Unfold and stack piecrusts on a lightly floured surface. Roll into 1 (12-inch) circle. Fit piecrust into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch deep-dish tart or quiche pan (about 1 1/2- to 1 3/4-inches deep). Prick bottom and sides of piecrust with a fork. Freeze 10 minutes.
  2. Line piecrust with parchment paper; fill with pie weights or dried beans.
  3. Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. Remove weights and parchment paper; bake 12 to 15 more minutes or until crust is lightly browned.
  4. Pour Tangy Lemon Tart Filling into piecrust; top with Lemon Meringue Pie Filling. Cover with plastic wrap, placing directly on Lemon Meringue Pie Filling. Chill at least 4 hours.
  5. Beat cream and sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Dollop on top of tart. Garnish, if desired.
  6. Lemon Meringue Pie Filling:.
  7. Whisk together first 3 ingredients in a heavy, nonaluminum, medium saucepan. Whisk together egg yolks, milk, and lemon juice in a bowl; whisk into sugar mixture in pan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and boil, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Remove pan from heat; stir in butter, lemon rind, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Tangy Lemon Tart Filling:.
  9. Whisk together sugar and cornstarch in a heavy, nonaluminum, medium saucepan; gradually whisk in lemon juice, eggs, and butter. Cook mixture, whisking constantly, over medium-low heat 8 to 12 minutes or until thick and bubbly. Remove from heat, add food coloring, and let stand 10 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 325.98 Kcal (1365 kJ)
Calories from fat 148.68 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.52g 25%
Cholesterol 185.55mg 62%
Sodium 126.37mg 5%
Potassium 170.18mg 4%
Total Carbs 38.49g 13%
Sugars 29.67g 119%
Dietary Fiber 0.12g 0%
Protein 7.15g 14%
Vitamin C 8mg 13%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 0.8mg 5%
Calcium 95mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 194.73 Kcal (815 kJ)
Calories from fat 88.82 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.87g 25%
Cholesterol 110.84mg 62%
Sodium 75.49mg 5%
Potassium 101.66mg 4%
Total Carbs 22.99g 13%
Sugars 17.72g 119%
Dietary Fiber 0.07g 0%
Protein 4.27g 14%
Vitamin C 4.8mg 13%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 3%
Iron 0.5mg 5%
Calcium 56.7mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 7.9
    Points
  • 9
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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