Description
A Matcha Tarte au Citron is essentially a classic French lemon tart that has been infused with high-quality green tea powder. The foundation of the dessert is a Pâte Sucrée, which is a sweet, crisp shortcrust pastry that provides a sturdy yet meltingly tender base. The filling is a smooth lemon custard made with fresh lemon juice, eggs, and cream, but with the vital addition of matcha powder.
Ingredients
Sweet Tart Crust (Pâte Sucrée)
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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup powdered sugar
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½ cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed
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1 egg yolk
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1–2 tbsp cold water
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Pinch of salt
Matcha Lemon Filling
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¾ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
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Zest of 2 lemons
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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½ cup heavy cream
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1½–2 tsp culinary-grade matcha powder
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Pinch of salt
Optional Garnish
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Matcha powder for dusting
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Candied lemon peel
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White chocolate shards
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Fresh berries
Instructions
1. Make the Tart Crust
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In a bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
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Cut in butter until crumbly.
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Mix in egg yolk and cold water just until dough comes together.
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Form into a disk, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
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Roll out and press into a 9-inch tart pan.
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Chill again 15 minutes.
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Blind bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes with weights, then 5–8 minutes uncovered until lightly golden. Cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Matcha Lemon Filling
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Lower oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
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Whisk sugar, eggs, lemon juice, zest, and salt until smooth.
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Whisk matcha with cream until fully dissolved (no lumps).
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Combine matcha cream with lemon mixture.
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Stir in melted butter.
3. Bake the Tart
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Pour filling into warm tart shell.
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Bake 25–30 minutes, until just set with a slight wobble in the center.
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Cool completely, then refrigerate 2–3 hours before serving.
Notes
This Matcha Tarte au Citron combines the earthy flavor of matcha with zesty lemon for a refined dessert. For extra elegance, dust with powdered sugar or garnish with candied lemon peel, and serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30minutes
- Cook Time: 35minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1slice
- Calories: 320kcal
Keywords: Green tea lemon tart recipe, French matcha citrus tart, bakery style matcha lemon dessert, Japanese infused lemon tart, matcha pate sucree tart.