Lively Lemon Torte

Similar to a lemon meringue pie, it is lighter due to the lack of cream and use of a low-fat whipped topping. It is an outstanding and magnificent-looking dessert.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 10–12

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 packages Lady Fingers
  • 5 egg yolks
  • 6 egg whites, separated
  • 3/4 cup lemon juice
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1 (16-ounce) container low-fat whipped topping
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  1. Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray. Line the pan with the Lady Fingers.

  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk yolks and 2 egg whites together. Add lemon juice plus zest of 1 lemon.

  3. Add sugar and mix well. Cook over double boiler until thick, about 3 to 5 minutes. Cool.

  4. Fold whipped topping into mixture. Pour into springform pan. Place in freezer minimum of 5 hours.

  5. In a separate small bowl, beat remaining 4 egg whites with 3 tablespoons sugar until it forms stiff peaks. Spread over frozen cake.

  6. Place under broiler for a few minutes to brown the top.

  7. Put in freezer. One hour prior to serving, take out of freezer and refrigerate.

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