Lemon Meringue Pie

Name: Lemon Meringue Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean
Ingredients: For the Crust: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled; ¼ cup sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; 4-5 tablespoons ice water; For the Lemon Filling: 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 ½ cups water; 3 lemons, juiced and zested; 2 tablespoons butter; 4 egg yolks, beaten; For the Meringue: 4 egg whites; 6 tablespoons sugar; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

4 steps

Prep:30minCook:30min

This isn't just a pie; with a tangy lemon filling, sweet, fluffy meringue, all wrapped up in a buttery crust. It's pure joy in every bite! I've crafted this recipe with love, and I know you're going to adore it. Whether you're hosting a party or just treating yourself, this pie is the perfect way to bring a little sunshine into your day. ☀️ Cooking Tips: Ensure that the bowl and whisk for the meringue are completely grease-free. Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Allow the pie to cool gradually to prevent the meringue from shrinking.

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 20:31:35 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories418.8 kcal (21%)

Total Fat16.2 g (23%)

Carbs64.1 g (25%)

Sugars41.1 g (46%)

Protein5.7 g (11%)

Sodium103.7 mg (5%)

Fiber1.1 g (4%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

8 servings

1 ½ cupsall-purpose flour

For the Crust

½ cupunsalted butter

chilled

¼ cupsugar

¼ teaspoonsalt

4 tablespoonswater

ice

1 cupsugar

For the Lemon Filling

2 tablespoonsall-purpose flour

3 tablespoonscornstarch

¼ teaspoonsalt

1 ½ cupswater

3lemons

juiced and zested

2 tablespoonsbutter

6 tablespoonssugar

½ teaspoonvanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the Crust: Combine flour, butter, sugar, and salt. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Press into a pie dish and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.

Step 2

Make the Lemon Filling: In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add water, lemon juice, and zest. Cook over medium heat until thick. Stir in butter and egg yolks. Pour into crust.

Step 3

Create the Meringue: Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form. Spread over lemon filling.

Step 4

Bake the Pie: Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool and refrigerate before serving.