Easy Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty lemon and airy meringue with these Easy Lemon Meringue Pie Macarons. Perfect for any occasion, these macarons boast a light, crisp shell filled with creamy lemon curd and topped with a fluffy meringue. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself to something sweet at home, these vibrant treats will impress everyone. Their unique flavor profile and visually stunning presentation make them an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or as a thoughtful gift. Follow this easy recipe to create your own batch of delicious macarons that are sure to brighten your day.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup finely ground almond flour
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (for filling)
- 2 large egg whites (for meringue topping)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for meringue topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, sift almond flour and powdered sugar together. In another bowl, whip egg whites until foamy, gradually adding granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites until combined.
- Pipe small circles onto prepared sheets and let rest for about 30 minutes to form a skin.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes, then cool completely on baking sheets.
- Prepare lemon curd by whisking egg yolks, lemon juice, zest, and other ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- For meringue topping, whip remaining egg whites and sugar until glossy peaks form; fold in softened butter.
- Assemble macarons by spreading lemon curd between two shells and piping meringue on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 macaron (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg