Italian · No-Fuss · Elegant
Lemon Wafer Sweet Bites
Delicate, airy, and lightly crisp on the outside with a soft citrusy centre - these little bites transform everyday wafers into something genuinely elegant.
Ingredients
- 125g Gastone Lago Lemon Wafers
- 2 egg whites (room temperature)
- A pinch of salt
- 50g icing sugar, sifted
- Zest of 1 fresh lemon
Preparation
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1Create the wafer baseCrush the lemon wafers into a fine, even powder — a food processor works best, or seal them in a zip-lock bag and roll with a rolling pin. The finer the texture, the lighter the final bites.
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2Whip the egg whitesIn a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until they form stiff peaks. This is what gives the bites their airy, melt-in-the-mouth texture — don't skip it.
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3Build the mixtureGradually fold in the icing sugar, then the lemon zest. Gently incorporate the wafer powder using a spatula.Keep the folding motion light — overmixing will deflate the egg whites and flatten the texture.
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4Shape with precisionTransfer the mixture into a piping bag and pipe small portions into paper cups or mini cupcake liners. This keeps their shape and gives a neat, bakery-style finish.
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5Bake to perfectionBake in a preheated oven at 160°C for 10 minutes, until the tops turn lightly golden. The exterior should be slightly crisp while the inside stays soft and delicate.
Serving suggestion
Let cool slightly before serving. These are best enjoyed fresh, paired with tea or coffee — especially something smooth like a light roast or a citrus-infused blend. Dust lightly with icing sugar for a finished, bakery-style look.
Pro tips
- Use room-temperature egg whites — they whip to a higher volume than cold ones.
- Add a touch of vanilla extract for a softer, dessert-like aroma alongside the lemon.
- For a premium finish, dust lightly with icing sugar just before serving.
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Used in this recipe: Lago Mini Party Wafers — Lemon Cream · 125g
