Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe
Description: Make and share this delightful Lemon Meringue Pie, a tangy and sweet dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! This recipe yields one delicious pie, filled with a luscious lemon filling and topped with fluffy meringue.
Recipe Category: Dessert 🍋🥧
Keywords: Low Protein, Healthy, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours ⏱️
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 322.4
- Fat: 8.8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 78.4mg
- Sodium: 132.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 47.3g
- Protein: 3.4g
Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 2 hours
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/2 | cups sugar |
| 3 | tablespoons cornstarch |
| 3 | tablespoons all-purpose flour |
| 1 | pinch of salt |
| 1 1/2 | cups hot water |
| 3 | lemons, rind of |
| 1/2 | cup butter |
| 2 | tablespoons margarine |
| 1/3 | cup lemon juice |
| 1 | teaspoon lemon juice |
| 3 | egg yolks |
| 1 | pie crust (homemade or store-bought) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Lemon Filling:
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, flour, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually blend in hot water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to medium and cook for 8 minutes, continuing to stir.
- Remove from heat.
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Temper the Egg Yolks:
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
- Slowly add a small amount of the hot sugar mixture into the egg yolks, stirring constantly.
- Return the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining hot mixture.
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Cook the Filling:
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat again, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 4 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in lemon peel, butter, and 1/3 cup of lemon juice until well combined.
- Cover the entire surface with clear plastic wrap and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
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Prepare the Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the pie crust into a pie dish and crimp the edges as desired.
- Pour the cooled lemon filling into the prepared pie crust.
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Make the Meringue:
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add in 6 tablespoons of sugar, beating until stiff peaks form and the sugar is fully dissolved.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure to seal it to the edges of the crust.
- Use the back of a spoon to create peaks on the meringue.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, slice and serve this delightful Lemon Meringue Pie.
This Lemon Meringue Pie is a perfect combination of tart lemon filling and sweet, fluffy meringue, making it a refreshing and indulgent treat for any dessert lover! Enjoy a slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special touch. 🍋✨
