LEMON MERINGUE CUPCAKES
Classic lemon meringue pie inspired these gorgeous little cupcakes. The tangy treats hide a surprise lemon pie filling and are topped with fluffy toasted meringue. Make them for your next special gathering. -Andrea Quiroz, Chicago, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, eggs and lemon zest; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert a very small tip. Fill with pie filling. Push the tip into the top of each cupcake to fill., In a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Pipe over tops of cupcakes., Bake at 400° for 5-8 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Emma Soto
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my cupcakes didn't turn out as expected.
jalaya watts
[email protected]The cupcakes were a bit too tart for my taste.
Paul philippe kevin
[email protected]These cupcakes were a bit too dry for my taste.
Branden Kennedy
[email protected]I wasn't a huge fan of the lemon curd filling, but the meringue frosting was delicious.
Olly Hm
[email protected]The cupcakes were good, but the meringue frosting was a bit too stiff for my liking.
Habby Aaron
[email protected]These cupcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
Xander Kahmann
[email protected]I'm always looking for new lemon dessert recipes, and these cupcakes definitely didn't disappoint! They were so delicious and I loved the texture of the meringue frosting.
SK Tarek
[email protected]These cupcakes were perfect for my summer party. They were light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor was perfect.
Sari Ah
[email protected]I made these cupcakes for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.
Raheem Abaas
[email protected]These cupcakes were so easy to make and they turned out so delicious! I love the combination of the lemon curd filling and the meringue frosting.
Stephen Anderson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but these cupcakes changed my mind. The lemon curd filling was the perfect balance of tart and sweet, and the meringue frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again!
Chloe Smyth
[email protected]These cupcakes were a huge hit at my party! The lemon curd filling was tangy and sweet, and the meringue frosting was light and fluffy. I will definitely be making these again.