Description
A delightful dessert that balances the tartness of fresh lemons with a fluffy meringue on a buttery, flaky crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pulse together the flour, powdered sugar, and salt until combined.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Next, add the egg yolk along with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Pulse until the dough starts to come together.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface until large enough for a 9-inch tart pan. Press into the pan, trimming excess edges.
- Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Allow the crust to cool.
- In a saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add water and cook over medium heat until thickened.
- Temper the beaten egg yolks with a small amount of hot mixture. Add it back to the saucepan and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, and butter until smooth. Pour into the baked tart crust.
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
- Add vanilla extract and mix gently.
- Spread meringue over the lemon filling, sealing the edges.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use organic lemons for better flavor. Ensure ingredients are at the right temperatures for optimal results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg