Vegan & Gluten-Free Lavender Lemon Tart

There's something truly magical about the combination of sweet and tangy flavors, especially when they come together in a beautifully baked dessert. This Vegan and Gluten-Free Lavender Lemon Tart offers a delightful twist on the classic lemon tart, infusing the refreshing citrusy notes with the subtle floral essence of lavender. 

A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Delight

The gentle aroma of lavender complements the zesty lemon filling, creating a unique dessert experience that will transport your taste buds to a serene garden in full bloom.

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Meringue Ingredients

  • 4 large Egg White Room Temperature 
  • 1/2 tsp Cream of Tartar 
  • 1/8 tsp Salt 
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar 
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract 
  • 1/2 Lemon Zest 
  • Purple Gel Coloring Food (important not the liquid one) 
  • Grated Lavender to your taste (use a Microplane or coffee grinder) 
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Meringue Instructions

1) Preheat the oven to 225F (105C). 

2) Prepare a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.

3) Combine egg whites and cream of tartar in a bowl (make sure there is no grease residue, or your egg-whites won’t thicken. 

4) Using an electric mixer or a stand mixer, using the whisk stir on low speed until the mixture becomes foamy. 

5) Increase speed to high and gradually add sugar, about 1 Tablespoon at a time, stirring after each addition until sugar is completely dissolved. 

6) Beat until mixture is thick and shiny. The mixture should increase in volume. Beat until you have stiff peaks. 

7) Add gel coloring food and vanilla extract. Mix by hand with a Maryse style rubber spatula. 

8) Add lemon zest and lavender. 

9) Fit a large disposable piping bag with a large tip. Transfer meringue to prepared piping bag and pipe onto prepared cookie sheet. The meringue cookies can be close to each other as they won’t spread. 

10) Bake on 225F (105C) for 1 hour. Turn off the oven once the baking time has passed, and do not open the oven. Allow cookies to cool completely in the oven (1-2 hours) before removing. 

11) Meringue cookies should be crisp and can be stored in an airtight container. Keep away from heat and moisture as it can soften your meringues. 

Share the Joy of this Summer Dessert

Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress and become a new favorite.

Perfect for a summer gathering or an elegant afternoon tea, this tart is not only pleasing to the eye and palate but also entirely plant-based and gluten-free, making it an inclusive treat for everyone.

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