How to Make Mini Lemon Meringue Tarts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mini Lemon Meringue Tarts are the perfect dessert for any occasion. These delightful bite-sized treats are bursting with tangy lemon flavor and topped with a sweet, fluffy meringue. They are the perfect combination of tart and sweet, and are sure to be a hit with any crowd.

Making Mini Lemon Meringue Tarts may seem daunting, but with the right recipe and a little patience, you can create these delicious treats in no time. The key to success with this recipe is to make sure you have al...

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Ingredients

  • 24 (2 inch) frozen tart shells, thawed
  • 4 eggs, separated
  • 1 ¼ cups white sugar, divided
  • ¼ cup butter, melted and cooled
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk, shaken
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 mini tarts

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange tart shells on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven; leave oven on.
  • Whisk egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, butter, lemon juice, and zest together in a medium bowl. Whisk in buttermilk. Add flour and salt; whisk well.
  • Pour filling into the tart shells, filling them almost to the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling rises and appears set, about 15 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid overcooking.
  • Prepare meringue while the tarts are baking. Beat egg whites with an electric mixer on high speed until frothy. Add remaining 1/2 cup sugar and cream of tartar; continue beating until meringue is stiff and shiny.
  • Top baked tarts with meringue. Ensure that you press the meringue down to form a seal around the edges.
  • Return tarts to oven and bake until meringue starts to brown, about 10 minutes more. Let cool before serving.
  • Nutrition

    148 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 92mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 48mg