Description
A bright and tangy lime crumble tart with a creamy citrus filling, buttery crust, and golden oat topping. This refreshing yet comforting dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup rolled oats
¼ cup light brown sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine 1¼ cups of the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and cold cubed butter. Mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch tart pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- Pour the lime filling over the pre-baked crust.
- In a separate bowl, combine the rolled oats, remaining ¼ cup flour, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the lime filling.
- Return the tart to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Let the tart cool to room temperature before serving.
Notes
Substitute lemon juice for a milder citrus flavor.
Add shredded coconut to the crumble for a tropical twist.
A pinch of cinnamon in the crumble adds warmth.
Serve with whipped cream or powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
Can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Best served chilled or at room temperature; reheat gently in a low oven if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg