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Mini Meringues with Lemon Curd: A Light and Elegant Citrus Dessert

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Mini Meringues with Lemon Curd are elegant bite-sized desserts featuring crisp homemade meringue shells filled with silky lemon curd. Perfect for tea parties, bridal showers, holidays, and special occasions.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini meringues 1x
  • Category: Dessert

Ingredients

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  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Fresh berries for garnish (optional)
  • Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 225°F (107°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat egg whites until foamy.
  3. Add cream of tartar and beat until soft peaks form.
  4. Gradually add sugar while beating until stiff glossy peaks form.
  5. Mix in vanilla extract.
  6. Pipe small meringue nests onto baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 60–75 minutes until crisp.
  8. Cool completely in the oven.
  9. Whisk egg yolks, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a saucepan.
  10. Cook over low heat while stirring constantly until thickened.
  11. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until smooth.
  12. Cool lemon curd completely.
  13. Fill meringues with lemon curd just before serving.
  14. Garnish with berries or mint if desired.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature egg whites for maximum volume.
  • Ensure mixing bowls are completely grease-free.
  • Add sugar gradually for stable meringues.
  • Avoid making meringues on humid days.
  • Store shells separately from lemon curd.
  • Filled meringues are best served the same day.
  • Fresh lemon juice provides the brightest flavor.
  • Decorate with seasonal berries for extra elegance.

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