Mothers Day is tomorrow… and if you are looking for a sweet decadent treat to make for Mom than you have found it! This Tart is filled with a Lemon Curd Mousse and topped with any kind of fresh berries you can find! I found these at the farmers market this past week and they were too good to pass up so I stocked up on a few dozen cartons!
Because I won’t be able to spend Mothers Day with my mommy this year, I went ahead and made this tart in her honor. And then I proceeded to eat the entire thing just for her! I am such a good daughter!
My mom rocks. I talk to her at least 5 times a day. I call just when I am bored. Or when I want to go over some business plans. Or I need advice on any subject. Pretty much I call her all the time, and she is always there for me. Except when she is off playing tennis. And then I am left to fend for myself for a few hours… rude!! Just kidding Mom! Love ya!
So back to the tart… This is fairly quick and painless to make so if you’re still on the hunt for a great Mother’s Day dessert go ahead and give this one a go… it is a sure crowd winner!
Lemon Curd Mousse
Ingredients
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 whole egg
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter cut into 10 pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a medium metal bowl combine the yolks, egg, sugar, juice and zest and mix until well incorporated. Set the bowl over a double boiler and whisk constantly for 10-12 minutes. The mixture will turn into a soft yellow color and become thick. Once thickened, remove from the double boiler and stir in the butter a little at a time. Set aside.
- In a mixer, whip the heavy cream until it becomes thick and fluffy
- Combine the curd and the whipped cream and mix until evenly incorporated. Fill the tart shell and top with mixed berries.
Lemon Curd Mousse
Ingredients
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 whole egg
- 6 tbsp sugar
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter cut into 10 pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a medium metal bowl combine the yolks, egg, sugar, juice and zest and mix until well incorporated. Set the bowl over a double boiler and whisk constantly for 10-12 minutes. The mixture will turn into a soft yellow color and become thick. Once thickened, remove from the double boiler and stir in the butter a little at a time. Set aside.
- In a mixer, whip the heavy cream until it becomes thick and fluffy
- Combine the curd and the whipped cream and mix until evenly incorporated. Fill the tart shell and top with mixed berries.
This tart looks wonderful!! I am going to try to make it! Your photos are gorgeous as always!! I love the addition of the berries!! Thank you for sharing this recipe with us.
Gaby – the tart is beautiful! I am going to try it this week!
Lemon, berries and Mothers Day – the perfect combination. I needed the perfect dessert for tomorrow’s brunch – THIS IS IT!!
Thanks Gaby
Wow Gaby! That looks very good…that sounds better then the omlette’s I was going to make…I just might have to change my plan!
Hey Hey Hey! Very solid on the lemon curd…I’m super hungry now!
Glad to read you enjoyed this whole tart on your own, I probably would have done the same 🙂 Great tart photos!! Can’t wait to see you soon. xo
Why aren’t you coming to see me???????
I will just keep staring at this photo!!
And boy do I ever LOVE lemon!!
Gaby- This looks sensational! I absolutely cannot wait to try it. This is perfect for Mother’s Day 🙂
lady come back!!! we miss you!! I’ll make you this tart for your house warming present!
The tart looks beautiful and is ez to make! It is so delicious-I made it with Meyer lemons from Grandma’s tree. MIne came out exactly like your perfect picture above.
Thanks Gaby!
yummmyyyyyyy! great combo I cannot wait to try it:)
This tart is beautiful, and I’m sure your mom would have loved it if she got to try any! You did the right thing. I’m sure your mom, like my mom, taught you it’s not good to waste food. 🙂
Wow – this is the perfect mother’s day treat!!! I even have wild blackberries to pick out on the North 40!
Even though my mother is in So Cal, they are coming up next weekend, I am going to try this out and surpriise her….
you should visit your mom soon which means come visit me!
omg I know!!! I need to get my butt into gear – hopefully in june or july!! Just gotta check and see what days I have off! You will be the first to know thou!
Gaby, This is so pretty! What a great idea to share for Mother’s Day.
Beautiful, Gaby!
Further proof that I need to go get a tart pan, like, NOW. Absolutely stunning, Gaby… and easier than it looks!
Looks Yummy!
Your tart looks beautiful and yummy. I am going to make it this week!
Yum!
Oh my that tart is gorgeous! I want a slice! I am loving all things berry right now!
This looks delicious gaby! Perfect for the upcoming summer!
Hmm, this could be potluck material. So excited to see you soon!!
ooooo pot luck material! I like the way you think?!?
Your mom should be very happy even if she will not eat this cake. It looks wonderfull!!
Oh my….this is one beautifully looking tart….just mouthwatering. 🙂
Your Mom sounds awesome!!!! What a wonderful tart!! its screams the goodness of spring!! BEAUTIFUL photos!!! 🙂
Awwww thanks Jennifer! My mom is awesome! Thanks for the sweet comment!
Gorgeous gorgeous tart! I made a lemon tart like today, randomly folded whipped cream into the lemon curd ( not this recipe) just wanted to ask you, did the filling hold ? Or was it oozy? Mine was slightly oozy, so will definitely try yours! I LOVED the the taste though! Very light and zingy!