Lemon Meringue Tarts

    Lemon Meringue Tarts

    Individual buttery tart shells filled with zesty lemon curd and topped with toasted meringue.

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    75 minsHard6 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    280

    Calories

    5g

    Protein

    45g

    Carbs

    9g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 6 pre-bakedTart shells
    • 0.5 cupLemon juice
    • 1 tbspLemon zest
    • 1 cupSugar
    • 4Egg yolks
    • 4Egg whites
    • 2 tbspCornstarch

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Whisk lemon juice, zest, 0.5 cup sugar, and yolks over a double boiler until thick.

    2. 2

      Stir in butter to finish the curd, then pour into tart shells and chill.

    3. 3

      Whisk egg whites with remaining sugar until stiff, glossy peaks form.

    4. 4

      Pipe onto tarts and brown quickly with a torch or under a broiler.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 6Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories280

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 9g12%
    Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 45g16%
    Dietary Fiber 4g14%
    Sugars 15.7g
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Lemon Meringue Tarts

    • • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
    • • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.
    • • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.

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