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Lemon Meringue Pie Cookies

Close-up of lemon meringue pie cookies with toasted meringue topping and gooey lemon curd center, dusted with powdered sugar.
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Soft buttery cookies with a tangy lemon curd center and fluffy toasted meringue on top – a zesty twist on the classic pie.

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 egg yolks (reserve whites for meringue)
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon

For the Lemon Curd:

  • Juice and zest of 2 lemons
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 egg yolks

For the Meringue:

  • 2 egg whites
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks and lemon zest; beat until smooth. Stir in the flour, cornstarch, and salt until a dough forms.
  2. Shape and Bake the Cookies: Roll dough into small balls, then slightly flatten each one. Use your thumb or a spoon to press a shallow well in the center. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes or until edges are just golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
  3. Make the Lemon Curd: In a small saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, zest, and sweetened condensed milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat and chill.
  4. Make the Meringue: In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until glossy, stiff peaks form.
  5. Assemble the Cookies: Spoon lemon curd into the center of each cooled cookie. Pipe meringue on top in a decorative swirl.
  6. Toast the Meringue: Use a kitchen torch to toast the meringue until golden. Alternatively, broil in the oven for 1–2 minutes, watching closely.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor; make ahead and assemble fresh.

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