Mason Jar Lemon Meringue Pies
These cute little lemon meringue pies are so quick and easy to make, and perfect for any special occasion. The trick is to eat just one!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 155kcal
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
For the filling
- 1 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- Zest of one lemon
For the meringue
- 3 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 3 tablespoons sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place 6 Mason jars on a rimmed baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1 teaspoon sugar and melted butter. Divide crumb mixture evenly between the 6 Mason jars.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice and zest. Divide lemon mixture evenly between the 6 jars.
- With an electric mixer, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until frothy. With the mixer still running, gradually add the 3 tablespoons of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Spoon the meringue over the lemon filling.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the meringue is golden. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g