Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons
Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining the bright flavors of lemon curd and fluffy meringue within delicate almond shells. These bite-sized treats are perfect for impressing guests at gatherings or indulging in a sweet moment alone. With their vibrant flavor and elegant presentation, they will surely steal the spotlight at any occasion!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 48 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 macarons 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 3 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 additional egg whites (for meringue)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for meringue)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift almond flour and icing sugar together in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whip egg whites until frothy; gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in the dry mixture gently.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared sheets, let rest for 30 minutes, then bake for 15-18 minutes.
- For lemon curd, whisk lemon juice, zest, cornstarch, sugar, and egg yolks in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Stir in butter until melted; cool completely.
- Whip additional egg whites with powdered sugar until glossy peaks form.
- Fill macaron shells with lemon curd and top with meringue. Toast lightly if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 94
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg