Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies, a fun twist on the classic dessert. These bite-sized treats feature a buttery cookie base topped with a tangy lemon filling and airy meringue, perfect for any gathering or sweet craving. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a special occasion, or enjoying a cozy afternoon treat, these cookies are sure to impress. With their vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation, they are both delicious and visually appealing. Easy to make and customizable, Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies will quickly become a favorite recipe in your collection.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough by mixing flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes, then roll out and cut into circles.
- Bake cookies at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
- For the lemon filling, cook lemon juice, sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, and zest in a saucepan until thickened.
- Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble by placing lemon filling on cookies and topping with meringue.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes until meringue is golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 42mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 14mg