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Eggless Lemon Tarts | Lemon Paneer Tarts | No-Bake Lemon Curd Tarts |
Tarla Dalal
• 31 August, 2016
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Eggless Lemon Tarts | Lemon Paneer Tarts | No-Bake Lemon Curd Tarts |
Eggless Lemon Tarts, also known as Lemon Paneer Tarts or No-Bake Lemon Curd Tarts, are refreshing, creamy, and delightfully tangy desserts that brighten up any occasion. These tarts use simple Indian ingredients like paneer, curd, lemon juice, and lemon rind to create a smooth, velvety filling packed with fresh citrus flavours. The use of readymade tart shells makes the recipe quick and beginner-friendly, perfect for parties, high teas, or festive treats.
The filling is the true star of these tarts. A blend of crumbled paneer, curd, and powdered sugar forms a naturally creamy base that mimics the richness of traditional lemon curd—without the need for eggs. Adding lemon juice gives each bite a refreshing zing, while lemon rind deepens the citrus aroma, creating a sharp yet smooth contrast that pairs beautifully with the crisp tart shell.
A unique feature of these Eggless Lemon Paneer Tarts is the topping of lemon jelly, which enhances both texture and flavour. The soft, bouncy jelly adds a burst of sweet-tart freshness, complementing the creaminess of the filling. This makes the tarts visually appealing and adds a fun, modern twist compared to regular lemon tarts.
To finish, the tarts are garnished with finely chopped almonds, adding just the right amount of crunch. This contrast between creamy filling, citrusy jelly, and nutty topping makes every bite interesting and satisfying. The almonds also lend a mild richness that balances the tanginess of the lemon elements.
These No-Bake Lemon Tarts are incredibly convenient and fuss-free. Since the filling requires no cooking and the tarts are assembled just before serving, they are ideal for last-minute desserts. The combination of paneer and curd also keeps the dessert relatively light compared to butter-based tarts, making it suitable for those who want something refreshing rather than overly indulgent.
Overall, Eggless Lemon Tarts offer a perfect blend of creaminess, tang, sweetness, and crunch. They showcase how Indian ingredients can be beautifully adapted into global-style desserts. The playful combination of paneer, curd, lemon, jelly, and almonds turns these tarts into a cheerful, crowd-pleasing treat that is sure to impress guests of all ages.
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Makes
10 tarts
Ingredients
for Eggless Lemon Tarts
10 tarts
For The Filling
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp lemon rind
1 cup crumbled paneer (cottage cheese)
1/2 cup curd (dahi)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup chopped lemon jelly
For The Garnish
finely chopped almonds (badam)
Method
For the filling
- Combine the paneer, curds and powdered sugar in a mixer and blend to a smooth mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl, add the lemon juice and lemon rind and mix well. Keep aside.
How to proceed
- Divide the filling into 10 equal portions and keep aside.
- Just before serving, fill each tart with a portion of the prepared filling and top it with 1 tbsp lemon jelly.
- Garnish with almonds and serve immediately.
Creamy Lemon Tarts, Eggless recipe with step by step photos
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To make the Creamy Lemon Tarts, Eggless recipe, in a mixer jar, put 1 cup crumbled paneer (cottage cheese).
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Add 1/2 cup curd (dahi). and 1/4 cup powdered sugar.
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Blend to a smooth mixture.
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Transfer the mixture into a deep bowl, add the 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice and 1/2 tsp lemon rind and mix well. Keep aside.
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Divide the filling into 10 equal portions and keep aside.
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Just before serving, fill each tarts with a portion of the prepared filling and top it with 1 tbsp lemon chopped jelly. and Garnish with finely chopped almonds (badam).
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Serve Creamy Lemon Tarts, Eggless immediately
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shreya_the foodie
Feb. 6, 2021, 8:46 a.m.
Cheesy lemon tarts is a really creative recipe! loved the combination of flavours! yumm.
yash
April 6, 2017, 7:30 p.m.
Yes fantastic
Foodie #662618
Feb. 22, 2016, 7:16 p.m.
hy are we going to add curd to it??
ayanda bafana
April 30, 2015, 2:48 p.m.
nice
Surjit Kaur
Nov. 17, 2013, 2:28 p.m.
I have made Gobi Manchurian for yesterday dinner, Bacchoo ke pappa aur bachoo ne behaad pasand kiya. Is article mein kafi sare starters ki informations aur unki recipes hai. one by one i will definitely try making it.
