The Ultimate Lemon Meringue Pie

Name: The Ultimate Lemon Meringue Pie
Cook time: 5 h 30 min
Total time: 5 h 30 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon table salt; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces; 4 tablespoons vegetable shortening, chilled; 3–4 tablespoons cold water; 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/8 teaspoon table salt; 1 1/2 cups cold water; 6 large egg yolks; 1 tablespoon lemon zest from 1 lemon; 1/2 cup lemon juice from 2 to 3 lemons; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 4 large egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Cook:5h 30min

Let's dive into the ultimate Lemon Meringue Pie recipe, with its zesty lemon filling, fluffy meringue top, and perfectly crisp crust, a favorite for any dessert lover.

Updated at: Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:37:07 GMT