Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the crust
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of ice water, mixing just until the dough comes together. Add the remaining tablespoon of water only if needed.
- Press the dough into a disk, wrap it, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Roll the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle large enough for a 9-inch tart pan. Fit it into the pan, trim any excess, and prick the base lightly with a fork.
- Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove the parchment and weights, then bake for 8 to 10 minutes more until lightly golden. Set aside.
Make the blueberry swirl
- Combine the blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the berries begin to burst.
- Stir together the cornstarch and water, then add the slurry to the blueberry mixture. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more until slightly thickened. Mash or blend lightly for a smoother texture if desired, then cool briefly.
Prepare the filling and bake
- Whisk together the sugar and eggs until smooth. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, heavy cream, flour, and salt, and whisk until fully combined.
- Pour the lemon filling into the pre-baked crust. Spoon dollops of the blueberry mixture over the top and swirl gently with a skewer or knife.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still has a slight wobble.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then chill for at least 2 hours before slicing. Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon wedges before serving.
Notes
Do not overbake the filling; the center should still wobble slightly when removed from the oven. Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor. Chill thoroughly before slicing for the cleanest presentation.
