Mini Lemon Meringue Pies

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Beat 3 yolks together in a bowl until smooth; set aside.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Whisk ¾ cup sugar, cornstarch, and flour together in a saucepan until thoroughly combined; whisk in water, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat to a simmer. Add egg yolks and butter; whisk until filling is smooth and thickened. Divide hot lemon filling among crusts.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Beat egg whites, remaining ¼ cup sugar, and almond extract together in a glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until meringue is fluffy and holds stiff peaks, 1 to 2 minutes. Top each pie with about 1-inch meringue; spread into decorative swirls and peaks with a spatula, completely covering filling with meringue.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until meringue is lightly golden brown with darker brown peaks and swirls, about 10 minutes. Cool before serving.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (6 servings total)

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