LEMON MACAROON TARTLETS

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This recipe came from the March/April 1994 issue of Cooking Light magazine. I have fixed these many times and you would never suspect them of being low fat! They are delicious!

Provided by Susan Dillard

Categories     Tarts

Time 1h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch, plus
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1/3 cup water
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
1/2 cup thawed whipped topping
2 tablespoons sweetened flaked coconut, toasted
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 egg whites
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Place egg in small bowl and set aside.
  • Combine sugar, cornstarch and lemon rind in a saucepan; stir well.
  • Slowly add water& lemon juice stirring with a whisk until blended.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat and stirring constantly cook one minute.
  • Stir one quarter of hot lemon mixture into the beaten egg, add this to remaining lemon mixture, stir constantly.
  • Cook over medium heat 1 minute or until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Pour mixture into a bowl; stir in coloring, if desired.
  • Place plastic wrap on surface and chill.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lemon filling into each Macaroon Tart Shell.
  • Top with 2 teaspoons whipped topping and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon toasted coconut.
  • MACAROON TART SHELLS:.
  • Combine all ingredients (except spray) in a bowl; stir well.
  • Divide evenly among 12 muffin cups coated with cooking spray.
  • Press mixture into bottom and up sides of cups.
  • Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes or until edges are browned.
  • Cool 2 minutes on a wire rack.
  • Remove from pan and cool completely on wire rack.

DJ Shihad gaming
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These tartlets are so good! The lemon filling is so tart and refreshing, and the macaroon crust is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again.


Joel Oketah
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These are the best lemon macaroon tartlets I've ever had! The crust is perfect and the lemon filling is so creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


heain min
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Just made these tartlets for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them. Thanks for sharing this recipe.


Roman Funny
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These tartlets are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family. I love the bright, citrusy flavor of the lemon filling.


Caleb B
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but these tartlets changed my mind. The combination of the sweet and tart flavors is perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Hajin Ullah (Lx Captain)
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These tartlets are amazing! The crust is so chewy and the lemon filling is so creamy and tart. I will definitely be making these again.


zakir ullah Khan
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Yum!


Rana Adeel
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These tartlets are so delicious! The lemon filling is the perfect balance of tart and sweet, and the macaroon crust is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again and again.


ShaggY
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I love how easy these tartlets are to make. The macaroon crust comes together in just a few minutes, and the lemon filling is simple to whisk together. I also appreciate that you can make them ahead of time, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Rj Shuvo Islam Yt
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These lemon macaroon tartlets were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of the sweet, tart lemon filling and the chewy macaroon crust was perfect. I'll definitely be making these again.


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