Description
These Easy Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons – theamazingfood are a delightful fusion of two classic desserts, bringing together the chewy texture of macarons and the zesty flavor of lemon meringue pie. Perfect for any occasion, these macarons not only impress with their vibrant color but also offer a refreshing taste that will leave your guests craving more. The bright lemon filling and airy meringue topping create a perfect balance that makes each bite a true treat.
Ingredients
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- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 cup finely ground almond flour
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 egg yolks
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 tsp table salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, whip egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Sift powdered sugar, almond flour, and cream of tartar together; gently fold into the whipped egg whites until combined.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared baking sheets and let them rest until they form a skin (about 20 minutes).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until shells are firm. Cool completely before removing from sheets.
- For the filling, whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, zest, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Stir in butter until smooth.
- Assemble macarons by piping lemon filling between two shells.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (25g)
- Calories: 103
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 16mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 22mg