Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie Cannolis are a delightful fusion of two classic desserts: the traditional Italian cannoli and the beloved lemon meringue pie. These crisp, golden cannoli shells are filled with a tangy lemon curd and topped with fluffy, toasted meringue, offering a perfect balance of sweet and tart in every bite.
Ingredients:
For the Cannoli Shells:
- 12 premade cannoli shells (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup (50 g) powdered sugar for dusting
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1 cup (240 ml) lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
For the Meringue Topping:
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract