In order to celebrate Easter in style we (as foodies) feel the need to create ridiculous treats that would be completely inappropriate and probably strange at any other time of the year. So we made Bird Nest Meringues with Lemon Curd Filling.
Yikes, it almost looks as if the eggs cracked open in the nest a little too soon. I guess we didn’t think that one through very well.
Oh well, they are equally delicious if you disregard that visual.
Speaking of bird’s nests, last year at about this time a little birdie began using Chrissy’s surfboard which was leaning against a wall outside as a perch for its nest – luckily mine was safely stored indoors.
We were deathly afraid of touching the board for fear of mama bird pecking our eyeballs out. I wish I had a picture of Chrissy’s attempt at gently moving the nest with a broom while wearing goggles.
Needless to say, surfing was put on hiatus until the little birdies hatched.
In remembrance of our inadvertent pets from last Spring, we created these this year. Much more delicious and definitely non-intrusive.
Cute, huh? And oh so simple. Perhaps some strawberry jam or fresh fruit would be nice in these little nests too.
The options are endless!
Lemon Meringue Bird’s Nest
Ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 1/2 cup coconut
Directions
Beat the egg whites, vanilla and lemon juice on medium speed until soft peaks form. Slowly incorporate sugar on high until stiff peaks form.
Fold in lemon zest.
Pipe 8 flat spirals on a parchment or silpat lined baking sheet. Add another thick layer around of meringue around the outside edge to form a cup.
Sprinkle coconut around the meringue. It will toast up in the oven and become the color of a bird’s nest.
Bake at 275° for 45-50 minutes or until set and dry. Place a dollop of lemon curd in each cup.
From the Little Yellow Kitchen,
Lauren
21 April, 2011 at 10:48 am
These are so adorable! And look delicious
I really need to get on this lemon curd thing. I’ve never made it but have been really wanting to give it a shot. Have a great holiday!
21 April, 2011 at 11:07 am
Thank you! To be honest, I adore lemon curd but have never attempted to make it myself. My coworker made this jar for me
21 April, 2011 at 11:23 am
Cute!! I love nest related easter-esque stuff. I made bird’s nest cupcakes
Good job!
21 April, 2011 at 11:55 am
If you enjoy cooking, try to make the Lemon Curd. Only takes a dozen eggs, lemons, sugar and butter. Just take your time cooking it (about 20 minutes) so it doesn’t curdle the eggs. It’s so gratifying to end up with 4 cups of creamy tangy lemon sauce to use in mini-tarts, fillings, over pound cake….. I’d be happy to share to recipe
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21 April, 2011 at 12:12 pm
I LOVE meringues! And lemon curd! YUM, thanks for sharing:) If you wanted to get a chocolate fix you could just put a few mini Cadbury eggs in the center of each!
21 April, 2011 at 12:16 pm
Thanks Linda! Your lemon curd was GREAT for this recipe. I can’t wait to try making it on my own
I’m sure it won’t be nearly as perfect as yours though!
21 April, 2011 at 1:31 pm
These nests are so cute!
21 April, 2011 at 1:57 pm
genius!
submit these to the food sites, i.s. TS and FG. They are gonna get in!! Beautiful!!!
21 April, 2011 at 2:39 pm
Too cute! I love lemon curd. I’m trying to push out that broken egg visual you put it my head, but other than that, looks good!
21 April, 2011 at 2:47 pm
Thanks Averie! I just submitted, we’ll see if this one actually gets accepted
Those guys are picky!
21 April, 2011 at 2:47 pm
Haha about that…sorry. I promise they taste delish!
21 April, 2011 at 3:09 pm
Hi! Those are the cutet Easter desserts I’ve ever seen!! Kudos ladies. You and your blog are fab-u-lous!!
21 April, 2011 at 5:13 pm
Hi Lucy! Thanks for stopping by. That is a great idea, or little robins eggs! Mmm. I also considered putting a peep on top to look like mother bird seated on her nest. heh!
21 April, 2011 at 7:20 pm
pucker-up! I love tart treats!!
21 April, 2011 at 7:46 pm
Wow! These look incredible! They’re beautiful and your photography is amazing! Great job thanks so much for sharing! =]
22 April, 2011 at 4:48 am
These are fantastic! So festive and pretty and I bet delicious too! Happy Easter!
22 April, 2011 at 7:18 am
These are adorable and I bet beyond tasty!! Such a fun way to serve up lemon meringue
22 April, 2011 at 8:28 am
Thanks Maris
They are quite festive!
22 April, 2011 at 8:30 am
Thank you! We are still learning but getting much better at the photo thing.
22 April, 2011 at 11:10 am
These look incredible!! And I would have never thought about the eggs cracking in the next if you didn’t say anything. Hehe, funny though
Happy weekend!!
23 April, 2011 at 2:02 am
Oh yum! Lemon curd is one of my favorite things. These sound delicious and they look beautiful.
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