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Best Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Best Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies. These treats combine the zesty brightness of fresh lemons with the airy sweetness of meringue, all nestled within a soft cookie base. Perfect for gatherings, tea parties, or simply enjoying at home, these cookies are sure to impress with their unique taste and stunning presentation. With easy-to-follow instructions, even beginner bakers can whip up these treats in no time. Serve them alongside fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch, and let the refreshing citrus flavor shine through every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 150 g light brown sugar (about 3/4 cup)
  • Zest from 2 lemons
  • 90 g unsalted butter, softened (approximately 6 1/3 tablespoons)
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 160 g all-purpose flour (around 1 1/3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 28 g unsalted butter, cut into cubes (2 tablespoons)
  • 65 g white sugar (about 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon)
  • 40 g fresh lemon juice (roughly 3 tablespoons)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 egg whites
  • 100 g white sugar (equivalent to 1/2 cup)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together light brown sugar, lemon zest, and softened unsalted butter until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla essence and mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Drop spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Cool on a wire rack.
  5. For the lemon filling: melt butter in a saucepan over low heat, then stir in sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and salt until thickened (about 5-7 minutes). Let cool slightly.
  6. For the meringue: beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form. Mix in cornstarch and vanilla essence.
  7. Assemble cookies by placing a spoonful of lemon filling on each cookie base and topping with meringue. Bake again for 3-5 minutes until meringue is lightly browned.

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