Description
Bright, tangy, and perfectly sweet, these Baby Magic Lemon Pies are a delightful mini version of the classic lemon meringue pie. With a crisp buttery crust, creamy lemon filling, and a fluffy meringue topping, they make an elegant dessert for any occasion. These pies are perfect for springtime gatherings, summer parties, or just when you want a refreshing treat. They’re simple to make and incredibly rewarding—just a little bit of magic in each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 4–5 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup sugar (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold water
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 egg yolks, beaten
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup sugar (for meringue)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out pie dough and cut circles to fit mini tart pans. Press dough into pans and prick bottoms with a fork. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Cool.
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Whisk in water and cook until thickened. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Temper egg yolks by adding a bit of hot mixture, then stir yolks back into pan. Cook 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in butter.
- Fill cooled crusts with lemon mixture.
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to soft peaks. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Spoon meringue onto pies, spreading to the edges.
- Bake 20-25 minutes until meringue is golden. Cool 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the brightest flavor.
- Chill pies before serving for the best texture.
- Make sure the meringue seals the filling completely to prevent shrinking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg