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Lemon Meringue Pie Bites

Lemon Meringue Pie Bites: A Tangy Treat You Can't Resist

Lemon Meringue Pie Bites are quick, delightful mini desserts featuring a buttery crust, tangy lemon filling, and fluffy meringue.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Crushed Graham Crackers or digestive biscuits
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 5 tablespoons Melted Butter or vegan butter
For the Lemon Filling
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest or orange zest
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk or evaporated milk with sugar
  • 3 large Egg Yolks or flaxseed mixture for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
For the Meringue
  • 3 large Egg Whites or aquafaba for vegan
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar optional
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar or sugar alternatives in moderation

Equipment

  • mini muffin tins
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon Meringue Pie Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press firmly into mini muffin tins and bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour into the crusts, filling them three-quarters full. Bake for another 10 minutes until set.
  3. For the meringue, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form. This will take about 5 minutes.
  4. Add meringue onto filled bites, sealing the edges. Broil for 1-2 minutes until golden brown; watch closely.
  5. Allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for maximum volume. Watch the meringue closely while broiling to avoid burning. These bites are best enjoyed the day they're made.

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