Friday 23 November 2012

Things We Love Right Now



There have been a number of things that have put a smile on our faces lately, in particular, going to Coldplay! Now known as the best night of our lives, we honestly cannot wait until they're next in Australia. With the holidays fast-approaching, and now that exams are over, we have had a bit more time to focus on the more important things in life, i.e. shopping, and are so excited at the thought of Christmas being only weeks away. 

{Souvenir LED wristbands}

{View of Coldplay on stage from Section A}
{Limited edition Karen Walker mugs at Myer}
{Lemon and Coconut Meringue Tart}


LEMON AND COCONUT TART

Sweet Shortcrust Pastry
1 ½ cups plain flour
½ cup desiccated coconut 
125g chilled unsalted butter, chopped
½ cup icing sugar, plus extra, for dusting
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon iced water

Lemon Filling
1 cup single (pouring) cream
2 eggs
3 eggs yolks, extra
½ cup caster sugar
½ cup lemon juice

Pastry:
Place flour, coconut, butter and icing sugar in a food processor, and process until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
With the motor running, add the egg yolks, and process until combined.
Add the iced water, and process until the dough just comes together.
Turn out onto a lightly floured surface, and gently bring together to form a ball.
Flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Roll the pastry out between 2 sheets of non-stick baking paper to 3mm-thick.
Preheat oven to 180˚C.
Line a lightly greased 34x11cm rectangular or 22cm round loose-bottomed, fluted tart tin, with the pastry.
Trim the edges, and prick the base with a fork.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Line the pastry case with non-stick baking paper, and fill with baking weights.
Bake for 15 minutes, remove the paper and weights, and bake for a further 10 minutes, or until the pastry is light golden.
Remove from the oven and set aside.
Reduce temperature to 140˚C.

Lemon Filling:
To make the Lemon Filling, place the cream, eggs, extra yolks, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl, and whisk to combine.
Strain the mixture into a clean bowl.
Transfer the tart to a baking tray, and carefully pour the filling into the tart shell.
Bake for 30 - 35 minutes, or until just set.
Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating, until completely set.

Serve dusted with icing sugar, or piped meringue.


Adapted from Donna Hay Magazine: Issue 65, page 65.

24 comments:

  1. I agree about Christmas. I am so looking forward to it! How fun that you were all at the coldplay concert! : ) The mugs are really cool and the tart looks delish!

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    1. Indeed, Christmas is just the best time of year!

      Yes, the concert was incredible - hands down one of the best experiences we've ever had!
      ... Coldplay are gods!!!

      Aren't they just?! What could be better than cuddling up with one of those mugs?

      And thank you - such a gorgeous tart; so light and fresh!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  2. That lemon coconut tart looks so scrumptious! Thanks for dropping by Manila Spoon! Glad to be acquainted with your lovely blog! New follower - Abby from Manila Spoon. :-)

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    1. It truly is - definitely worth a try as the lemon and coconut work so well together!

      Our pleasure - you've got a lovely blog Abby!
      Thanks so much for following!!!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  3. Is there anything better than the combination of lemon and coconut? It's my go-to gelato combination, and seeing it in a tart, well, my eyes glaze over with love. :) Sometimes when I make lemon meringue, I'll add a bit of coconut extract instead of or as well as vanilla extract for the meringue, for an extra coconutty boost.

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    1. Nothing beats that combination!
      It's the perfect fresh dessert for the summer, so we're in love!

      Wow, that's such a good idea - will definitely have to try adding coconut extract next time!!!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  4. Thanks for bringing me to your beautiful blog. Loved your tart, especially the combination of lemon and coconut - my favourite!

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    1. Thank you for stopping by Honey & Lulu!!!

      It's a lovely combination - both flavours complement each other so well; our favourite too!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  5. this tart looks so delicious girls!! :)
    and yes - Coldplay was AMAZING!!!! :D

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    1. Thanks so much Bec - you would absolutely love it!!!

      And yes, Coldplay was awesome!
      Can't wait until whenever their next tour is!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  6. I know quite a few people who went to the Coldplay concert but I couldn't make it. It looked like a fantastic night! One of my friends actually made all the food served to them at Etihad Stadium. I can't wait till Christmas! Although I'll be in China then...

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    1. Yes, there were so many people there, it was incredible!
      Such a great night - we had the best time!

      Oh wow, that's amazing!!! Did they get to meet them?!
      Wow, so jealous - that would have been such a memorable experience!

      Us too - Christmas is so close now!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  7. Your lemon and coconut tart looks so delicious...what a great combination and your piped meringue looks great! :-)

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    1. I love Coldplay but have never seen them live.
      Love your tart as well, it looks beautiful!

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    2. Thank you - it was scrumptious!!!
      And thanks, the meringue just lifts it to another level!

      Chloe & Sarah

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    3. Thank you Magda!

      Oh, well next time they're in your neck of the woods, most definitely check them out - amazing!!!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  8. What a gorgeous tart! and I'm loving those mugs, too cute!

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    1. Thank you very much Abby!!

      We absolutely love the mugs - such gorgeous designs!

      Have a nice day,

      Chloe & Sarah

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  9. Gorgeous tart - loving those meringue swirls - very elegant!

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    1. Thank you Hester!

      The meringue adds a nice touch - visually and flavour wise! Nice and easy to prepare too :)

      Chloe & Sarah

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  10. I am SO jealous, my brother went to COldplay and fell in love with it :D
    And this tart looks really awesome!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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    1. Coldplay such an incredible night - one we will never forget!

      And yes, the tart is just gorgeous - so delicious and relatively easy to make as well!

      Chloe & Sarah

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  11. awww. love the lemon tart - especially the individually piped meringues! sounds and looks yummy!

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    1. Thank you very much!! Lemon tart is certainly a classic favorite :)

      Chloe & Sarah

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