Lemon Meringue Cupcakes

# **Lemon Meringue Cupcakes – A Sweet and Tangy Delight**

If you love the bright, zesty flavor of lemon meringue pie, you’re going to adore these **Lemon Meringue Cupcakes**! These treats feature a **soft and fluffy lemon cupcake, a tangy lemon curd filling, and a light, toasted meringue topping**—all in one perfect bite. They’re elegant enough for special occasions yet easy enough to make for a weekend treat.

Let’s dive into the recipe and make these delightful cupcakes! 🍋✨

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## **Why You’ll Love These Cupcakes**
✔️ **Light & Refreshing** – The combination of lemon and meringue makes these cupcakes bright and airy.
✔️ **Perfect Balance of Sweet & Tangy** – The lemon curd filling adds a delightful zing.
✔️ **Showstopping Presentation** – The toasted meringue gives them a bakery-style finish.
✔️ **Great for Any Occasion** – Perfect for birthdays, tea parties, and summer gatherings!

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## **Ingredients**

### **For the Lemon Cupcakes:**
– 1 ½ cups **all-purpose flour**
– 1 ½ teaspoons **baking powder**
– ¼ teaspoon **salt**
– ½ cup **unsalted butter**, softened
– 1 cup **granulated sugar**
– 2 **large eggs**
– 1 teaspoon **vanilla extract**
– Zest of 1 **lemon**
– ½ cup **whole milk**
– ¼ cup **fresh lemon juice**

### **For the Lemon Curd Filling:**
– 3 **egg yolks**
– ½ cup **granulated sugar**
– ¼ cup **fresh lemon juice**
– Zest of 1 **lemon**
– 4 tablespoons **unsalted butter**, cubed

**For the Meringue Topping:**
– 3 **egg whites**
– ½ cup **granulated sugar**
– ¼ teaspoon **cream of tartar**
– ½ teaspoon **vanilla extract**

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