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Best Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies

Best Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with the Best Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies. These cookies capture the zesty brightness of classic lemon meringue pie, transforming it into a handheld treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Each cookie features a soft and chewy base topped with a light, airy meringue, offering an irresistible contrast in textures. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, celebrating a birthday, or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these cookies will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 150 g light brown sugar
  • Zest from 2 lemons
  • 90 g unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 160 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 egg yolks (for filling)
  • 2 egg whites (for meringue)
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • White sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together light brown sugar and lemon zest with softened butter until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla essence.
  3. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl; gradually add to the wet mixture to form dough.
  4. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets and flatten slightly. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
  5. Prepare lemon filling by melting butter in a saucepan; stir in sugar, lemon juice, zest, egg yolks, and salt until thickened.
  6. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in cornstarch and vanilla essence.
  7. Once cookies cool, fill each with lemon filling and top generously with meringue. Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until meringue is lightly browned.

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