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Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue

Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue for Spring Bliss

Delight in a refreshing Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue, perfect for spring gatherings and a quick treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Tart Shells
  • 1 cup Flour Can substitute with gluten-free mix.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Keep it cold before use.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 3-4 tbsp Cold Water Use enough to moisten the dough.
For the Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/4 cup Butter (for curd) Adds creamy richness.
For the Lilac Meringue
  • 2 large Egg Whites Make sure at room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar (for meringue)
  • 1/4 tsp Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • a few drops Violet Food Coloring Optional for color.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Saucepan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mini Tart Pans

Method
 

Step 1: Make the Tart Shells
  1. Pulse flour and powdered sugar together in a food processor until combined. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly. Blend in egg yolk and enough water to form a dough. Chill for 30 minutes, then preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out and press into mini tart pans, bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
Step 2: Prepare the Lemon Curd
  1. Whisk lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and eggs in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously for 8-10 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Pour curd into cooled tart shells and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 3: Make the Lilac Meringue
  1. Simmer water in a saucepan. In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar over simmering water until warm. Remove from heat, beat until stiff peaks form. Fold in vanilla extract and food coloring.
Step 4: Toast and Garnish
  1. Pipe meringue onto tarts and use a kitchen torch to toast the tops until golden. Garnish with edible lilac petals or dried lavender, and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking. Use fresh lemon for the curd, and ensure egg whites are at room temperature before whipping. Assemble tarts just before serving for best texture.

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