Mini Lemon Tarts with Lilac Meringue
Delicate mini lemon tarts filled with zesty lemon custard and topped with ethereal lilac meringue.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini tarts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 cup lilac flowers (for meringue)
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly, then add the cold water and blend until smooth. Press into mini tart pans and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden; cool completely.
- Combine lemon juice, granulated sugar, eggs, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened, then pour into cooled tart shells.
- Whip egg whites and cream of tartar in a clean bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar; whip to stiff peaks. Fold in lilac flowers.
- Spread the lilac meringue over each tart and create swirls. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Cool the tarts completely before serving to enhance flavors and ensure meringue stays fluffy.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter is well-softened but not greasy. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini tart
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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