The Real Deal: Authentic Tarte Tropézienne Recipe

Now that we have all our ingredients ready, it’s time to get baking! Follow the steps below to create your own mouthwatering Tarte Tropézienne:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, eggs, salt, and granulated sugar. Mix until a dough forms, then knead in the softened butter until fully incorporated. Add the lemon zest and pearl sugar, and continue to knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.

2. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, usually about 1-2 hours.

3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each portion into a round brioche. Place the brioches onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with a splash of water, and brush the tops of the brioches with the egg wash. Sprinkle additional pearl sugar on top.

5. Bake the brioches for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Let them cool completely before slicing in half horizontally.