Lemon Pudding With Strawberries And Meringue Cigars

Name: Lemon Pudding With Strawberries And Meringue Cigars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large egg whites; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons unsalted pistachios (preferably not roasted), finely chopped; 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest; 1/2 cup strained fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup sugar; 3 large eggs; 3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 pound strawberries, trimmed and halved, or quartered if large; 2 large baking sheets; parchment paper; a stand mixer or a powerful handheld electric mixer; a pastry bag fitted with a plain, round 1/2-inch tip (we used Wilton 1A)

Servings: persons

4 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted pistachios (preferably not roasted), finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/2 cup strained fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 pound strawberries, trimmed and halved, or quartered if large
2 large baking sheets; parchment paper; a stand mixer or a powerful handheld electric mixer; a pastry bag fitted with a plain, round 1/2-inch tip (we used Wilton 1A)

1
Heat oven to 200u00b0F with racks in upper and lower thirds. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Use a pencil to mark parchment with parallel lines 5 inches apart; these lines will be your guides when piping. Turn paper over.
2
Beat whites with salt in stand mixer at high speed (or in a large bowl with handheld mixer) until they just hold soft peaks. Gradually add sugar, beating, and continue to beat at high speed until meringue holds stiff, glossy peaks. Secure paper to baking sheets with dabs of meringue.
3
Spoon some meringue into pastry bag and pipe 5-inch-long cigars (3/4 to 1 inch wide) onto 1 baking sheet, about 1 inch apart. Add more meringue to pastry bag and pipe more cigars in same manner on other baking sheet.
4
Sprinkle cigars generously with pistachios.
5
Bake cigars in oven, switching position of sheets halfway through baking, until crisp but still white, about 2 hours.
6
Turn off oven and cool meringue cigars in oven 1 hour, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7
Set a large fine-mesh sieve over a large bowl.
8
Whisk together zest, juice, sugar, and eggs in a 2-quart heavy saucepan. Add butter and cook over moderately low heat, whisking frequently, until butter melts, curd is thick enough to hold marks of whisk, and first bubble appears on surface, 6 to 9 minutes.
9
Immediately force lemon curd through sieve into bowl and chill curd, its surface covered with a round of wax paper, until cold, at least 1 hour.
10
Beat cream and confectioners' sugar in another bowl with cleaned beaters until mixture just holds soft peaks. Fold one third of whipped cream into lemon curd to lighten, then fold in remaining cream. Divide among individual bowls and chill, covered, if not using right away.
11
Top with strawberries and serve with meringue cigars.

1040

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large egg whites, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons unsalted pistachios (preferably not roasted), finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemon Pudding With Strawberries And Meringue Cigars 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!