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Lemon Meringue Donuts Recipe

Nancy Piran
Lemon Meringue Donuts that are actually super easy to make! Oh man, these are SO good.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 9
Calories 127 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Puff Pastry Sheets thawed for 20 minutes
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Curd
  • 1 Egg Yolk
  • 2 teaspoons Water
  • 2 Egg White
  • 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Beat the egg yolk and water in a small bowl with a fork, set aside.
  • Unfold pastry sheet on a lightly floured countertop. Using a round cookie cutter, make 9 circles.
  • Repeat with the other pastry sheet.
  • Place 9 circles on baking sheet. Place a teaspoon of lemon curd in the center of each circle. Brush around the edges with egg mixture.
  • Place the remaining circles on top of each circle. Press edges firmly with a fork. Make a slit in the center of each donut.
  • Brush the tops with egg mixture.
  • Bake for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • To make the meringue:
  • Whip egg whites for 1 minutes. Slowly add in sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks. Pipe onto the top of cooled donuts. Place under broiler for 1-2 minutes.
  • Serve and ENJOY!

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 26mgSugar: 4g
Keyword Baked, Baking, Breakfasts, Brunches, Desserts, Donuts, Lemons, Puff Pastry
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