Description
Delight your taste buds with these delightful Lemon Meringue Cookie Cups. A perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors in a bite-sized treat!
Ingredients
For the cookie cups:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the lemon filling:
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the meringue:
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the cookie cups: Combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Cream butter and sugar, add egg and vanilla. Mix in dry ingredients to form a dough. Press into mini muffin tin and bake.
- Make the lemon filling: Whisk lemon juice, zest, sugar, and eggs in a saucepan until thickened. Stir in butter and cool slightly. Fill cookie cups.
- Prepare the meringue: Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spoon onto filled cups.
- Brown the meringue: Broil or torch the meringue until lightly browned. Serve or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- The cookie cups and lemon filling can be made ahead, but add the meringue just before serving for the best texture.
