Easy Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons – theamazingfood
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade desserts with these Easy Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons. This recipe brings together the tangy zest of lemon and the light, airy texture of classic macarons, making them a perfect treat for any occasion—whether it’s a casual gathering or an elegant soirée. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of chewy meringue shells and creamy lemon filling, leaving you craving more. Impress your guests with these beautiful treats that not only look sophisticated but are also fun to make. With easy-to-follow instructions and essential tips, you’ll be crafting these charming macarons in no time!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 cup finely ground almond flour
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 egg yolks
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Sift together almond flour and powdered sugar in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy; gradually add granulated sugar and whisk until stiff peaks form.
- Fold dry ingredients into whipped egg whites gently until combined.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared baking sheets and let rest for about 30 minutes.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until they lift easily from parchment paper.
- For the lemon filling, combine egg yolks, lemon juice, butter, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until thickened.
- Once shells have cooled, pipe lemon filling onto one shell and sandwich with another.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 macarons (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg