Description

Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies are a delightful fusion of classic flavors in a bite-sized treat that is sure to impress. These cookies boast a buttery, crumbly base topped with a zesty lemon filling and a fluffy meringue, capturing all the essence of traditional lemon meringue pie but in an easy-to-eat format. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant brunches, they offer a refreshing burst of citrus flavor combined with a light, airy texture. Simple enough for bakers of all levels, these cookies can be customized with different citrus variations or toppings. Each cookie promises to be both visually stunning and delicious, making them an ideal addition to your dessert spread.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
2 large egg whites
Cream of tartar

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Form dough into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll out dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface and cut into circles.
Bake cookies on parchment-lined sheets for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden; cool completely.
For the filling, cook lemon juice, sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, and zest in a saucepan until thickened; cool completely.
Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
Spoon lemon filling onto each cookie and top with meringue; broil for 1–2 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 28mg