Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies, a refreshing twist on the classic dessert! These bite-sized treats are a perfect blend of zesty lemon flavor and fluffy meringue, capturing the essence of traditional lemon meringue pie in a fun cookie form. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a simple afternoon snack, these cookies promise to bring sunshine to your day. With their light texture and tangy sweetness, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Plus, they can be made ahead of time for convenience, making them an easy go-to dessert when you want something special.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough by mixing flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly. Form into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough and cut into circles. Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- For the lemon filling, combine lemon juice, granulated sugar, egg yolk, cornstarch, and zest in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Cool completely.
- Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble cookies by adding lemon filling on each base topped with meringue. Broil for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg