LEMON MERINGUE TARTS
Eating less sugar meant limiting sweets, so I adapted this longtime favorite of my mother-in-law's. For a fun twist, spread the meringue into a regular-size pie tin, bake it and add the lemon filling. -Gloria Schwarting of Stuart, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For meringue, in a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. , Drop meringue into six mounds on parchment-lined baking sheets. Shape into 4-in. cups with the back of a spoon. Bake at 225° for 55 minutes. Turn oven off and do not open door; let meringues dry in oven for 1 to 1-1/2 hours., For filling, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, sugar substitute and cornstarch. Gradually stir in the water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat. Stir about half of the hot mixture into the egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lemon juice and zest. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. , Just before serving, fill meringue shells with lemon mixture. Garnish with lemon slices and mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Lucy Banda
[email protected]These tarts were a disaster. The crust was soggy and the filling was too runny. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Insaf Fahim
[email protected]I had a hard time getting the meringue to brown. I ended up putting the tarts under the broiler for a few minutes, but they still didn't brown as much as I would have liked.
Asif Newaz
[email protected]These tarts were a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best lemon meringue tarts he's ever had.
Arvind Yadav
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lemon meringue tarts, but I have to admit that these were pretty good. The filling was tart and sweet, and the meringue was light and fluffy.
Walaa Zom
[email protected]These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious!
CHAKA BAILEY
[email protected]I've made these tarts several times now, and they're always a hit. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Sudipto Das
[email protected]These tarts are so delicious! The filling is perfectly tart and sweet, and the meringue is light and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.
Naeem Gondal
[email protected]I love lemon meringue tarts, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The tarts are always a hit with my family and friends.
Joseph Remo
[email protected]These tarts were amazing! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was creamy and smooth. The meringue was the perfect finishing touch.
Pradip Baraily
[email protected]This was my first time making lemon meringue tarts, and they turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the tarts were delicious. I'm so glad I tried this recipe.
Hasan Muuse
[email protected]These lemon meringue tarts were a huge hit at my dinner party! The filling was perfectly tart and sweet, and the meringue was light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.