Lemon Meringue Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15.25- to 16.5-ounce) package yellow cake mix; 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, melted; 4 Land O Lakes Eggs; 4 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest; 3/4 cup purchased lemon curd; 5 Land O Lakes Eggs (whites only); 10 tablespoons sugar; 5 teaspoons water; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Servings: persons

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["Heat oven to 350F.", "Place paper baking cups into 24 muffin pan cups; set aside.", "Combine cake mix, milk, melted butter and eggs in bowl.", "Beat at medium speed 2 minutes or until batter is well mixed.", "Stir in lemon zest.", "Divide batter evenly among baking cups.", "Bake 16-18 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.", "Remove from muffin pans; cool completely.", "Heat oven to 425F.", "Spoon 1 teaspoon lemon curd over each cupcake.", "Place cupcakes back into cooled muffin pans.", "Prepare meringue by combining egg whites, sugar, water and cream of tartar in heavy 2-quart saucepan.", "Cook over low heat, beating with whisk, 5-6 minutes or until mixture reaches 160F.", "Pour into bowl; beat with hand mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form.", "Spoon meringue into piping bag fitted with large tip.", "Pipe meringue onto each cupcake creating ""beehive"" shape.", "Bake 3-6 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned."]

723

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15.25- to 16.5-ounce) package yellow cake mix, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, melted, 4 Land O Lakes Eggs, and more.

Yes, Lemon Meringue Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

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