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Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue: A Delightful Spring Treat

Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue
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A delightful spring treat that combines the tanginess of lemon with the sweetness of lilac-infused meringue.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup lilac flowers
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for meringue)
  • 2 large egg whites

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, and powdered sugar until crumbly. Add the egg yolk and lemon zest, and mix until a dough forms. Press into tart pans.
  3. Bake tart shells for 15-20 minutes or until golden.
  4. In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, eggs, and salt. Cook over low heat, stirring until thickened. Pour into baked shells.
  5. For the meringue, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, whisking until stiff peaks form. Fold in lilac flowers.
  6. Spread meringue over lemon filling and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until meringue is lightly browned.
  7. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Use organic lilac flowers for the best flavor.
  • Let the tarts cool completely before serving for better texture.

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Keywords: Mini Lemon Tart, Lilac Meringue, Spring Dessert

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