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Mini Lemon Lilac Meringue Tart

A delightful tart featuring a lemon filling and lilac-infused meringue, perfect for springtime gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
Filling
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
Meringue
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup lilac syrup or to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly. Add egg yolk and mix until dough forms. Press into tart pan and bake for 15 minutes.
Make the Filling
  1. In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, egg yolks, and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in melted butter.
Prepare the Meringue
  1. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Fold in lilac syrup.
Assemble the Tart
  1. Pour the lemon filling into the baked crust. Top with meringue, spreading it to the edges. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the tart to cool before serving for best texture.

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