Description
Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies Recipe captures the essence of the classic lemon meringue pie in a delightful, bite-sized form. These light and airy cookies are infused with a zesty lemon filling and topped with fluffy meringue, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, enjoying brunch, or just craving something sweet, these cookies will impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. The balance of tangy lemon and sweet meringue creates a refreshing experience that’s perfect for both kids and adults. With straightforward instructions and minimal prep time, you’ll be able to whip up this unique dessert in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly.
- Form dough into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to 1/8-inch thickness; cut into circles.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden; cool completely.
- For the filling, whisk lemon juice, sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, and zest in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- To make meringue, beat egg whites until foamy; add cream of tartar and gradually incorporate sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spoon lemon filling onto each cookie; top with meringue and broil for 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: <20mg