Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies, which capture the essence of the classic dessert in a fun, bite-sized treat. These cookies feature a buttery, crumbly base topped with a luscious lemon filling and a fluffy meringue that melts in your mouth. Perfect for brunch, parties, or as a sweet afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to impress guests with their vibrant flavor and elegant presentation. Easy to make and customizable, you can enjoy them as is or experiment with different toppings.

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut into circles.
Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
Prepare the lemon filling by whisking together lemon juice, granulated sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, and lemon zest in a saucepan; cook over medium heat until thickened.
Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
Assemble by spooning lemon filling onto each cookie and topping with meringue.
Broil for 1-2 minutes until meringue is golden brown; let cool before serving.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 15mg