Three-Citrus Meringue Tart Recipe

Name: Three-Citrus Meringue Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 large egg whites; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 3/4 teaspoon grated orange peel; 3/4 teaspoon grated lime peel; 2 large egg whites; 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel; 1/4 teaspoon grated lime peel

Servings: persons

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1/2 cup all purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large egg whites
1 large egg
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3/4 teaspoon grated orange peel
3/4 teaspoon grated lime peel
2 large egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/4 teaspoon grated lime peel

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Spray 8x8x2-inch metal baking pan with nonstick vegetable oil spray.
3
Mix flour and sugar in large bowl.
4
Add melted butter and stir with fork until mixture forms coarse crumbs (mixture will be dry).
5
Using fingers, press crumbs over bottom of prepared baking pan.
6
Bake until crust is set and light golden, about 20 minutes.
7
Cool crust completely on rack.
8
Maintain oven temperature.
9
Mix first 4 ingredients in small bowl.
10
Whisk egg whites, egg, juices and peels in medium bowl.
11
Add flour mixture; whisk until smooth.
12
Pour filling over crust.
13
Bake tart until filling is set, about 18 minutes.
14
Cool completely on rack.
15
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
16
Cover and chill.)
17
Preheat oven to 350F.
18
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar in clean large bowl until soft peaks form.
19
Add sugar 1 tablespoon at a time and beat until stiff peaks form.
20
Spoon meringue over filling, covering completely.
21
Sprinkle peels atop meringue.
22
Bake until meringue tips begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
23
Transfer to rack.
24
Cool completely.
25
Cut into 6 pieces.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick vegetable oil spray, 1/2 cup all purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Three-Citrus Meringue Tart 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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Three-Citrus Meringue Tart

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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