Best 6 Lemon Meringue Bites Recipes

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Lemon meringue bites are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized treats are made with a sweet and tangy lemon curd filling, a crisp and flaky crust, and a fluffy and toasted meringue topping. With their bright yellow color and irresistible flavor, these lemon meringue bites are sure to be a hit with dessert lovers of all ages. Whether you're looking for a simple and delicious snack or a special dessert to impress your guests, these lemon meringue bites are the perfect choice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON MERINGUES



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Lemon extract brightens up classic meringue cookies.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h20m

Yield about 42 meringues

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large egg whites
Pinch fine salt
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup superfine sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • Position oven racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and preheat to 250 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • Beat the egg whites and salt with an electric mixer on medium-high speed in a large bowl until foamy. Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form. While beating, gradually add the sugar and then continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Beat in the lemon extract.
  • Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip and pipe 1-inch meringues on the prepared baking sheets about 1 inch apart. Bake until the meringues are no longer glossy and feel light and dry when picked up, about 1 hour. Turn off the oven but leave the meringues inside with the door cracked open until they are completely cool and dry, about 2 hours. The meringues can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

GRANDMA'S LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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This is a very fun recipe to follow, because Grandma makes it sweet and simple. This pie is thickened with cornstarch and flour in addition to egg yolks, and contains no milk.

Provided by Emilie S.

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Meringue Pie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups water
2 lemons, juiced and zested
2 tablespoons butter
4 egg yolks, beaten
1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
4 egg whites
6 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • To Make Lemon Filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in water, lemon juice and lemon zest. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. Stir in butter. Place egg yolks in a small bowl and gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of hot sugar mixture. Whisk egg yolk mixture back into remaining sugar mixture. Bring to a boil and continue to cook while stirring constantly until thick. Remove from heat. Pour filling into baked pastry shell.
  • To Make Meringue: In a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites until foamy. Add sugar gradually, and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over pie, sealing the edges at the crust.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.7 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 110.1 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 229.2 mg, Sugar 35.2 g

LEMON MERINGUE DESSERTS



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These pretty individual dessert cups are cute as can be-and yummy too. A sweet and fluffy golden meringue tops the pudding that's rich with lemony flavor. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup cold water
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 large egg whites, room temperature
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine 2/3 cup sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lemon juice. butter and zest. Pour into four 6-oz. custard cups; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Immediately spread meringue over lemon mixture, sealing edges to sides of cups. Bake at 375° for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 73mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON MERINGUE BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, salt, unsalted butter, large eggs, egg yolk, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, all-purpose flour, egg white, salt, granulated sugar

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, 1 1/2 sticks, cubed, room temperature
3 large eggs
1 egg yolk, reserve white for meringue
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg white
1 pinch salt
⅓ cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325˚F (170˚C). Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) square baking dish with parchment paper and place on a baking sheet.
  • Make the crust: combine the flour, powdered sugar, salt, and butter in a medium bowl, and use your hands to mix until a crumbly dough forms.
  • Transfer the dough to the prepared pan, and use your hands to press it against the bottom and about 1 inch (2 cm) up the sides. Poke the bottom all over with a fork.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, until light golden brown.
  • While the crust is baking, make the lemon filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg yolk. Add the granulated sugar, lemon juice, zest, and a pinch of salt, and whisk to combine. Whisk in the flour until just combined.
  • When the crust is done baking, remove it from the oven. Pour the lemon filling over the crust and carefully return it to the oven for 25 minutes, until the filling no longer jiggles and the center is mostly set.
  • While the filling bakes, make the meringue: In a clean, dry medium bowl, use an electric hand mixer to beat the egg white until stiff peaks form. Add about half of the sugar, whip for 30 seconds, then add the rest of the sugar and whip until combined. Transfer the meringue to a pastry bag fitted with a large tip or zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
  • Pipe 9 evenly-spaced dollops of meringue on top of the lemon bars.
  • Return to the oven for 10-12 minutes, until the meringues are lightly browned.
  • Let cool completely, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  • Slice into 9 bars. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 29 grams

LEMON MERINGUE BITES



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Categories     Citrus     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Cocktail Party     Picnic     Lemon     Shower     Party     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 24 tartlets

Number Of Ingredients 11

For lemon curd
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 recipe (24) sweet tartlet shells in their baking cups
For meringue
3 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Make lemon curd:
  • Cut butter into pieces and in a heavy saucepan cook with zest, lemon juice, and sugar over moderate heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved and mixture just comes to a simmer. In a bowl whisk together eggs and whisk in lemon mixture until combined well. Transfer lemon curd to pan and heat over moderate heat, whisking constantly, until it just begins to simmer. Pour lemon curd through a fine sieve into a bowl and cool slightly. Chill lemon curd, its surface covered with plastic wrap, at least 2 hours, or until cold, and up to 3 days.
  • Fill tartlet shells in baking cups with lemon curd. Chill tartlets, covered, 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Make meringue:
  • In a bowl with an electric mixer beat whites with a pinch salt until foamy. Add cream of tartar and beat whites until they hold soft peaks. Gradually add sugar, beating until meringue holds stiff peaks.
  • Transfer meringue to a pastry bag fitted with 1/2-inch plain tip and pipe meringue 2 inches high onto each tartlet, completely covering lemon curd.
  • Bake tartlets in middle of oven 3 minutes, or until meringue tips are just browned, and cool in cups on racks. Chill tartlets in airtight containers at least 2 hours, or until cold, and up to 1 day. Keep tartlets chilled until ready to serve.

AUDREY'S LEMON MERINGUE BARS



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We are always trying to find new ways to use the fruit from our lemon tree. My 13-year-old daughter, Audrey, decided to combine two of my lemony favorites: lemon bars and lemon meringue pie. After several intense hours in the kitchen (and warding off her horde of brothers), these delicious lemon meringue bars were born. -Monica Fearnside, Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter
1-1/3 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
3 large egg whites, room temperature
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
7 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides., In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake until light golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For filling, in another large bowl, mix sugar, lemon juice, eggs, flour and zest until combined. Pour over crust. Bake until set and top is dry, 22-27 minutes., Meanwhile, for meringue, in a large bowl, beat egg whites with lemon zest and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Spread or pipe over hot filling., Bake until meringue is golden brown, 15-18 minutes. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients: This will help the ingredients blend together more easily and create a smoother batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the batter tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a piping bag to fill the tart shells: This will help you create a more even filling and prevent the tarts from overflowing.
  • Bake the tarts until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown: The filling should be slightly firm to the touch and the crust should be firm and golden brown.
  • Let the tarts cool before serving: This will help the filling set and the tarts will be easier to handle.

Conclusion:

These lemon meringue bites are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a creamy lemon filling and a fluffy meringue topping, these bites are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these lemon meringue bites a try!

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