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Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue

Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue for Spring Bliss

Enjoy a delightful Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue, the perfect spring dessert bursting with refreshing flavors.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shell
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free baking mix for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Ensure it stays cold.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Only the yolk, do not use whole egg.
  • 2-3 tbsp Water Use ice water for best results.
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice and Zest Freshly squeezed juice is recommended.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter
For the Lilac Meringue
  • 3 large Egg Whites At room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar Recommended for stability.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Substitute with almond extract if desired.
  • 1 drop Violet Food Coloring Natural options like butterfly pea flower extract can be used.
For Garnish
  • to taste Edible Lilac Petals or Dried Lavender Adds floral touch to your tarts.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Medium saucepan
  • Piping Bag
  • Mini Tart Pans
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Making the Mini Lemon Tart
  1. Combine all-purpose flour and powdered sugar in a food processor. Add cold butter and pulse until resembling coarse crumbs. Mix in egg yolk and ice water until a dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Roll out the chilled dough and cut circles to press into mini tart pans. Prick bases with a fork, blind bake with parchment paper and pie weights for 10-12 minutes. Cool completely.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, zest, granulated sugar, and eggs over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until thick. Remove from heat, add unsalted butter and stir until smooth. Cool slightly before pouring into tart shells.
  4. Chill filled tarts in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  5. In a heatproof bowl, combine egg whites, granulated sugar, and cream of tartar. Whisk over simmering water until warm, then beat until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla and food coloring.
  6. Pipe meringue onto the cooled lemon curd in beautiful swirls.
  7. Toast the meringue with a kitchen torch, and garnish with edible lilac petals or dried lavender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve your Mini Lemon Tart with a refreshing beverage like lavender lemonade or floral-infused tea for an added spring experience.

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