Description
Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies are a delightful fusion of classic flavors in a charming, bite-sized treat. These cookies encapsulate the zesty brightness of lemon meringue pie, featuring a buttery cookie base topped with a tangy lemon filling and light, fluffy meringue. Perfect for any occasion—whether it be brunch, tea time, or a festive gathering—these cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also impress your guests with their elegant presentation. Easy to make and shareable, each cookie is sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Whisk flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly.
- Form dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness; cut into circles.
- Bake on parchment-lined baking sheets for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely.
- For the filling, combine lemon juice, sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, and zest in a saucepan; cook until thickened.
- Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble: Spoon lemon filling on each cookie; top with meringue.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes until meringue is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (22g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg