Description

This Classic Lemon Meringue Pie delivers a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors with a buttery crust, fresh lemon juice, and fluffy meringue. It’s an easy yet impressive dessert for family gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients

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1 homemade pie crust
5 large egg yolks (use the whites in the meringue below)
1 and 1/3 cups (320ml) water
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/3 cup (38g) cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
5 large egg whites, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Prepare the pie dough the night before and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and partially blind bake the pie crust in a 9-inch dish.
Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
Whisk the egg yolks in a medium bowl and set aside. In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, cornstarch, salt, lemon juice, and lemon zest over medium heat until thickened.
Slowly stream some of the warm lemon mixture into the egg yolks, then whisk the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook until thick and bubbling, then whisk in butter and pour into the warm crust.
Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar and salt, continuing to beat until glossy stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over the lemon filling.
Bake on the lowest rack for 20-25 minutes, covering with foil if browning too quickly. Cool for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator; best enjoyed on the first day.

Notes

Make sure the pie crust is fully cooled before adding the filling and meringue.
Using room temperature eggs helps achieve better meringue results.
Lemon meringue pie is best served fresh, as the meringue may separate over time.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 195mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 65mg