Can I use canned passionfruit pulp?

Yes. Unsweetened canned passionfruit pulp works well when fresh passionfruit isn't available.

Can I prepare these jars in advance?

Yes. The dessert can be assembled a day ahead, but the meringue is best toasted just before serving.

Can I make the curd without lemon juice?

Lemon juice enhances the flavor and acidity, but lime juice is an excellent substitute.

Why is my passionfruit curd too thin?

The curd may need a little more cooking time over gentle heat to fully thicken.

Passionfruit Meringue Pie Jars: Easy Tropical Layered Dessert

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Passionfruit Meringue Pie Jars are elegant individual desserts layered with buttery biscuit crumbs, silky homemade passionfruit curd, and fluffy toasted coconut meringue. They’re refreshing, creamy, and perfect for entertaining or make-ahead desserts.

Author: Emily
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
Yield: 6 jars 1x

Ingredients

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For the Biscuit Base:
2 cups graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Passionfruit Curd:
1 cup passionfruit pulp
4 large egg yolks
1/2 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
For the Coconut Meringue:
3 large egg whites
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup toasted shredded coconut
Optional Garnishes:
Fresh passionfruit pulp
Lemon zest
Toasted coconut
Fresh mint
Edible flowers

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Instructions

Mix the biscuit crumbs, melted butter, and sugar, then press into serving jars and chill.
Cook the passionfruit pulp, egg yolks, sugar, butter, and lemon juice over low heat until thickened. Cool completely.
Spoon the cooled curd over the biscuit base.
Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the sugar until stiff glossy peaks develop. Fold in the vanilla and toasted coconut.
Pipe or spoon the meringue onto each jar.
Toast the meringue using a kitchen torch or briefly under a broiler.
Garnish with fresh passionfruit, toasted coconut, lemon zest, or mint and serve chilled.

Notes

Use fresh passionfruit whenever possible.
Cook the curd over gentle heat.
Allow each layer to chill before adding the next.
Toast the meringue just before serving.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing is not recommended.
Use gluten-free biscuits for a gluten-free version.
Fresh garnishes provide the best presentation.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 jar
Calories: 340
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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