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Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue

Savory Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue Bliss

Indulge in vibrant Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue, a gluten-free delight that brings sweetness and floral elegance to your gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shell
  • 1 cup All-purpose Flour Can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (cold) Use margarine for dairy-free.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Whole eggs can be used if yolks are not available.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Ice-cold Water
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice/Zest Bottled lemon juice can be used if needed.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Honey can be substituted.
  • 3 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
For the Lilac Meringue
  • 3 large Egg Whites Aquafaba can be used as an egg substitute.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Lemon juice or vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 drop Violet Food Coloring Natural alternatives include butterfly pea flower extract.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Medium saucepan
  • Electric mixer
  • piping bag
  • Mini Tart Pans
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, pulse together all-purpose flour and powdered sugar, then add cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Integrate egg yolk and iced water, blending until a dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes, roll out, press into tart pans, poke holes, and bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together fresh lemon juice, zest, sugar, and eggs over medium heat until thickened, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in unsalted butter until smooth. Pour into cooled crusts and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Set up a heatproof bowl over simmering water and combine egg whites, granulated sugar, and cream of tartar, stirring until warm. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in vanilla extract and violet food coloring.
  4. Transfer the lilac meringue to a piping bag and pipe atop the chilled lemon curd, creating peaks and swirls.
  5. Lightly toast the meringue swirls with a kitchen torch until golden, being careful not to burn. Garnish with edible lilac petals or lavender if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use cold ingredients for the tart shell, avoid overbaking, and ensure meringue utensils are grease-free for the best results. Store shells and curd separately if made ahead.

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