Description
Lemon Meringue Pie: A Zesty, Cloud-Like Dessert Masterpiece. This classic dessert combines the bright, tangy flavor of lemon with a sweet, fluffy meringue topping. Perfect for any occasion, this pie features a buttery crust, smooth lemon filling, and golden meringue that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- For the crust: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed), ¼ cup granulated sugar, ¼ tsp salt, 3-4 tbsp ice water.
- For the lemon filling: 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup cornstarch, ¼ tsp salt, 1 ½ cups water, 4 large egg yolks, ½ cup fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp lemon zest.
- For the meringue: 4 large egg whites, ½ tsp cream of tartar, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract.
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by combining flour, sugar, salt, and butter in a food processor. Add ice water gradually, roll out, and blind bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Make the lemon filling by whisking sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Add water, cook until thickened, temper egg yolks, then stir in lemon juice, butter, and zest. Pour into the baked crust.
- Whip egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, beat until stiff peaks, then spread over warm lemon filling.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until meringue is golden. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Ensure the meringue is spread to the edges to prevent shrinking.
- Cool the pie completely before slicing to set the filling.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of salt to the meringue.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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