Lemon Meringue Tarts Recipe

Name: Lemon Meringue Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar; 3 tablespoons sugar; 3/4 cup sugar; Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1-1/3 cups cold water; 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; Lemon slices and mint sprigs

Servings: persons

3 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup sugar
Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/3 cups cold water
3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
Lemon slices and mint sprigs

1
For meringue, in a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form.
2
Drop meringue into six mounds on parchment-lined
3
. Shape into 4-in. cups with the back of a spoon. Bake at 225u00b0 for 55 minutes. Turn oven off and do not open door; let meringues dry in oven for 1 to 1-1/2 hours.
4
For filling, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, sugar substitute and cornstarch. Gradually stir in the water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
5
Remove from the heat. Stir about half of the hot mixture into the egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lemon juice and lemon peel. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6
Just before serving, fill meringue shells with lemon mixture. Garnish with lemon slices and mint.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 egg whites, 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, 3 tablespoons sugar, 3/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemon Meringue Tarts 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.

Lemon Meringue Tarts

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