Description
Lemon Meringue Cupcakes with Lemon Curd Filling are a delightful treat that combines fluffy meringue with a zesty lemon curd center. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making them an irresistible addition to any celebration or casual gathering. These cupcakes not only look stunning but also provide a refreshing burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for meringue)
- 2 tsp cornstarch (for meringue)
- 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add lemon zest and juice.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown; cool on wire racks.
- For the meringue, beat egg whites with powdered sugar and cornstarch until glossy peaks form.
- Once cooled, create holes in cupcakes and pipe in lemon curd. Top with meringue and toast lightly using a kitchen torch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg