Description

Mini Lemon Tart Meringue is a delightful bite-sized dessert that perfectly balances zesty lemon flavor with a light and airy lilac meringue, all contained within a buttery golden crust. Ideal for celebrations or casual gatherings, these charming tarts not only tantalize your taste buds but also elevate your dessert table with their elegant presentation. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these stunning treats. Serve them as individual desserts or incorporate them into a dessert bar for an impressive display that will leave your guests raving.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter (chilled and cubed)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 large eggs
3 large egg whites
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
1/2 cup granulated sugar (for meringue)
Optional: lilac food coloring, fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the crust by mixing flour, powdered sugar, and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in egg yolk and form dough, then chill.
Preheat oven to 350°F and bake the tart shells until golden brown.
For the lemon filling, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla; cook until thickened.
Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Optionally fold in lilac food coloring.
Assemble by filling cooled tart shells with lemon mixture and topping with meringue; lightly brown using a kitchen torch or broiler.
Garnish with mint leaves before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 160
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Ensure your butter is cold for a flakier crust. Avoid humidity when making meringue to achieve stiff peaks. Customize flavors by experimenting with different citrus juices or extracts.