Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe
Description Craving a zesty, sweet dessert? This lemon meringue pie is perfect for beginners! With a tangy filling and fluffy meringue, it’s a crowd-pleaser. Follow simple steps to create a stunning pie that tastes like summer. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe makes baking fun and stress-free.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups water
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Meringue:
- 4 large egg whites
- ½ tsp cream of tartar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cornstarch, salt, and water over medium heat. Stir until thick, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and butter until smooth.
- Whisk egg yolks in a bowl. Slowly add a ladle of hot filling, whisking. Return to saucepan.
- Cook filling over low heat for 2 minutes. Pour into pie crust.
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add sugar and vanilla gradually, beating to stiff peaks.
- Spread meringue over hot lemon meringue pie filling, sealing edges.
- Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until golden. Cool 3 hours before serving.
Notes
For the best lemon meringue pie, use fresh lemons for vibrant flavor.
Tip: Chill your bowl for fluffier meringue.
Variation: Try a graham cracker crust for a sweeter base.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 320 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 5g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 30g