Individual Lemon Meringue Tartlets - Vegetarian
The Zesty Lemon Meringue Tartlets combine the bright, tangy flavor of fresh lemons with the light, airy sweetness of meringue into individual servings that are both adorable and delicious. Each tartlet begins with a golden, crispy crust that holds a luscious lemon curd, topped beautifully with a fluffy meringue that’s lightly toasted to perfection.
Ingrédients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 4 tablespoons cold water
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and blend until dough forms.
- Press the dough into 4-inch tartlet pans. Prick the bottoms with a fork and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and 1/2 cup water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour into the baked tart shells.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Spoon or pipe the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure to seal the edges.
- Bake the tartlets for 10-12 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Let cool completely before serving.
Nutrition (per 100g)
Serving: 100g | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protéines: 4g | Fat: 12g | Sucre: 24g
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