FrenchMedium · Chilled
A rustic buckwheat tart shell cradling a bright lime curd filling topped with fresh raspberries and a drizzle of coconut cream.
45 min
40 min
1h 25m
Method
Preheat oven to 180C. Combine buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons white sugar, salt, and baking powder in a food processor; pulse to blend.
Add cold cubed butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, about 10 one-second pulses.
Add egg and pulse until dough just comes together, about 5 more pulses. Do not overwork.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, press into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate 30 minutes until firm but pliable.
Roll dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Transfer to a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom, pressing into corners. Trim edges flush with pan rim. Prick bottom with a fork at 1/2-inch intervals.
Line shell with parchment paper, fill with pie weights or dried beans, and blind bake 15 minutes. Remove weights and paper, then bake 10-12 minutes until shell is lightly golden and fully cooked through. Cool completely on a wire rack.
In a heavy saucepan, whisk together lime zest, lime juice, 3 whole eggs, 2 egg yolks, and 3/4 cup white sugar until smooth.
Place saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Watch closely — it should never boil.
Remove from heat and strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a heatproof bowl to remove zest pieces and any cooked egg bits.
Whisk in 4 tablespoons cubed butter piece by piece until fully emulsified and glossy. Let cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
Pour lime cream into the cooled tart shell and spread in an even layer. Refrigerate at least 2 hours until filling is set firm to the touch.
In a chilled mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with 2 tablespoons white sugar and 1 teaspoon lime zest to medium-stiff peaks, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer on high speed.
Transfer to a piping bag or simply spoon into a serving dish. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
Remove tart from refrigerator. Arrange fresh raspberries in concentric circles or clusters over the set lime cream, covering the surface generously.
Pipe or dollop coconut cream topping in the center of the tart, or serve alongside each slice. Slice tart with a sharp knife run under hot water and wiped dry between cuts.
Serve immediately, or keep refrigerated up to 2 hours before serving for best texture.
Nutri-Score
Fair balance
A–E · lower is better · score 8
Calories
488
per serving
Protein
13g
Carbs
60g
Fat
24g
Sat. fat
13g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
27g
Sodium
222mg
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
Environmental impact
Low impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
0.6
per serving
Water
0.4m³
Land
25Pt
Runoff
0.06g P
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
Umami
Sweet
Salty
Sour
Bitter
Spicy
Textures
Aromas
Kitchen Equipment
Techniques
Safety & Storage
Cooking Temperature
Lime filling MUST reach exactly 160°F (71°C) measured with an instant-read thermometer to ensure egg safety. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, until thermometer confirms 160°F. The mixture should never boil or exceed 180°F. Remove from heat immediately if it begins to simmer. Use thermometer for each batch.
Allergen Warning
This tart contains raw egg components. Do not serve to pregnant women, infants, elderly, or immunocompromised individuals without confirming the filling has reached 160°F (71°C) throughout.
Storage
Store fully assembled tart refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below. The dairy-based filling and fresh raspberries make this a perishable dessert requiring continuous refrigeration.
Shelf Life
Serve within 2 hours of removing from refrigerator. Discard any tart that has been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours total to prevent bacterial growth.
Cross Contamination
Prevent allergen cross-contamination by using dedicated utensils for the tart shell, filling, and topping. Clean and sanitize all cutting boards and equipment that contact wheat or egg ingredients.
Handling
Use separate knives when cutting tart to prevent allergen transfer to allergen-free foods. Run knife under hot water and wipe dry between slices as instructed.
Refrigerate tart shell completely before filling to ensure filling sets properly. Cold butter in tart dough is essential for proper texture; do not substitute softened butter.
Raw Produce Safety
Fresh raspberries must be washed immediately before use. Do not wash berries in advance or store them wet as this promotes mold growth and bacterial proliferation. Inspect all berries and discard any that are moldy, crushed, or showing signs of spoilage before adding to the tart.
Pro Tips
Technique
When making the lime curd, watch it like you watch a lime cure — the moment it coats the back of your spoon and looks like thick honey, it is done. Remove from heat immediately. Overcooking turns eggs into rubber, and there is no recovery from that.
Substitution
If you want to amplify the citrus brightness, add a small pinch of cayenne pepper to the coconut cream topping before whipping — it wakes up the whole tart the same way a hit of ají amarillo wakes up a ceviche.
From the chef
Buckwheat gives the shell an earthiness that a plain pastry crust never has — slightly toasted, with a density that holds the filling without going soft. The lime curd goes in cold over the cooled shell and sets for at least two hours until it is firm and sliceable. This curd is made the same way as any well-timed cure: acid, sugar, gentle heat, and constant attention. It must never boil. Raspberries bring a tartness that presses against the lime rather than sweetening it, and the coconut cream on top adds richness without weight. Every component is distinct; together they stay clean and bright.
Source: generated · June 12, 2026