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Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats

Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats: A Tangy Sweet Delight

Delight in these Lemon Meringue Rice Krispie Treats, a tangy sweet twist on a classic dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Curd
  • 4 large Eggs Provide structure and richness
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Opt for fresh juice for the best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances the lemon aroma and taste
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar is standard
For the Rice Krispies Layer
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Binds the ingredients together
  • 10 oz Mini Marshmallows Create the chewy texture
  • 1 box Instant Lemon Pudding Adds flavor and helps set the mixture
  • 6 cups Rice Krispies Cereal The base for the treat
For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Room temperature eggs whip better
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the meringue
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites
  • 1 pinch Fine Sea Salt Enhances the overall flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Double boiler
  • large pot
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Mixer
  • Kitchen torch or broiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Make the Lemon Curd: Beat the eggs and melt butter with lemon juice, zest, and sugar. Slowly whisk in eggs and stir until thickened, refrigerate until cool.
  3. Prepare the Rice Krispies Layer: Melt butter, add marshmallows and stir until smooth. Mix in lemon pudding and fold in Rice Krispies. Press into the baking dish and cool.
  4. Create the Meringue: Whisk egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar, and salt over simmering water until warm, then beat until stiff peaks form and add vanilla.
  5. Assemble and Brown the Meringue: Spread meringue over cooled lemon curd, then brown lightly with a kitchen torch or broiler.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and store in an airtight container.

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