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Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue

Mini Lemon Tart with Lilac Meringue for Spring Bliss

Enjoy these Mini Lemon Tarts with Lilac Meringue, a delightful dessert perfect for spring gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 52 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Tart Shells
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Use for a classic base
  • 1/4 cup Powdered sugar Ensures a tender crust
  • 1/2 cup Cold butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg yolk Can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Ice-cold water For better dough consistency
Lemon Curd
  • 1/2 cup Fresh lemon juice Key to tartness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Enhances aroma and flavor intensity
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Adjust sweetness to preference
  • 2 large Eggs Use egg replacer for vegan option
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Coconut oil can be a dairy-free substitute
Lilac Meringue
  • 2 large Egg whites Ensure free of yolk for proper whipping
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Coconut sugar offers a unique flavor twist
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of tartar Can replace with lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Swap for rose water for a floral twist
  • a few drops Violet food coloring Consider natural alternatives like butterfly pea flower extract

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • medium saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • kitchen torch
  • Mini tart pans

Method
 

Make the Tart Shells
  1. Pulse together the flour and powdered sugar until combined. Add butter and process until crumbly. Mix in egg yolk and water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes, preheat oven to 350°F, roll out dough, press into tart pans, and bake for 10–12 minutes.
Prepare the Lemon Curd
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and eggs. Stir for 8–10 minutes until thickened. Mix in butter until melted. Pour into cooled tart shells and chill for 1 hour.
Make the Lilac Meringue
  1. In a heatproof bowl, combine egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar over simmering water. Whisk until warm and sugar dissolves. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Stir in vanilla and food coloring.
Pipe Meringue and Toast
  1. Pipe the meringue onto the tarts, creating swirls or peaks. Use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue tips until lightly browned. Garnish with edible lilac petals or dried lavender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure utensils are grease-free when whipping egg whites for maximum volume. Chill before serving for the best flavor experience.

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