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Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue

Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue Recipe


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  • Author: Kelly
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini tarts 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful spring-themed dessert featuring a zesty lemon tart topped with a beautiful lilac meringue.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 cup lilac flowers (edible)


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt until crumbly. Add egg yolk and mix until dough forms.
  3. Press the dough into mini tart pans and bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
  4. In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, eggs, and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
  5. Pour the lemon curd into the baked tart shells and let cool.
  6. In a bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  7. Fold in lilac flowers gently into the meringue.
  8. Pipe the lilac meringue onto the cooled tarts and use a kitchen torch to lightly brown the meringue.
  9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Ensure the lilac flowers are edible and pesticide-free.
  • These tarts can be made a day in advance.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini tart
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg