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Lemon Meringue Cookie Cups (No Torch)

Delicious Lemon Meringue Cookie Cups No Torch Needed for Easy Baking

Delightful Lemon Meringue Cookie Cups blend buttery crust, tangy lemon curd, and fluffy meringue, no torch needed.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cookie cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Meringue
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the cookie cups using the crust ingredients.
  2. In a saucepan, combine lemon juice, granulated sugar, and egg yolks. Cook until thickened to make lemon curd.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in butter and lemon zest.
  4. Prepare the meringue by beating egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Assemble the cookie cups by filling them with lemon curd and topping with meringue.
  6. Bake in the oven until meringue is lightly browned.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10g

Notes

These cookie cups are best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. For optimal enjoyment, reheat lightly before serving.

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