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Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Easy Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe for a Refreshing Treat

This Lemon Meringue Pie recipe is a classic dessert that impresses with its sweet and tangy flavors, topped with a golden meringue.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Summer Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Provide richness and structure to the lemon filling.
  • 1 cup Water Helps dissolve other ingredients.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can use cane sugar or alternative sweeteners.
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch Can use arrowroot starch if needed.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • ¾ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds intense lemon flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with non-dairy butter.
For the Crust
  • 1 homemade Pie Crust Store-bought frozen pie crust may be used.
For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Aquafaba may be used as a vegan alternative.
  • ¼ teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your pie dish with the crust.
  2. Blind bake the crust for 15 minutes with pie weights until lightly golden.
  3. Whisk egg yolks, then combine water, sugar, cornstarch, salt, lemon juice, and zest in a saucepan and cook until thick.
  4. Temper the egg yolks by slowly whisking in the hot lemon mixture, then return to the heat until thickened.
  5. Stir in butter until melted, then fill your pre-baked pie crust with the lemon filling.
  6. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar until stiff peaks form.
  7. Spread meringue over lemon filling, sealing the edges well.
  8. Bake the pie for about 20 minutes until golden.
  9. Let it cool for 1 hour and 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 8slicesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store covered loosely in the fridge for best texture; freeze for longer storage up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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