Description
Lemon Meringue Drops are light, airy cookies bursting with bright lemon flavor and a delicate crunch. These naturally gluten-free, low-fat treats are perfect for a refreshing dessert or a sweet afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F (90°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form and mixture is glossy.
- Gently fold in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Using a piping bag or spoon, drop small mounds of meringue onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until meringues are dry and crisp to the touch.
- Turn off oven and let meringues cool completely inside with the door slightly ajar.
- Store cooled meringues in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
- Avoid making on humid days to ensure proper drying.
- If meringues lose crispness, reheat in a 200°F oven for 10–15 minutes.
- For festive flair, add food coloring or drizzle with melted chocolate once cooled.
- Leftover egg yolks can be used for lemon curd, custards, or hollandaise sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drop
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
