Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon Meringue Pie is a delightful treat that combines a flaky crust, tart lemon filling, and fluffy meringue, making it the perfect dessert for any gathering. This recipe is easy to follow, ensuring that even novice bakers can create a stunning pie that evokes fond memories of family gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and impressive presentation, this pie will be the star of your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus 1/2 cup for meringue)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (chilled)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 large eggs (3 yolks for filling, 1 white for meringue)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in the chilled butter until crumbly.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a circle about 12 inches wide; place it in a 9-inch pie dish and trim excess edges.
- Poke holes in the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling; bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine remaining sugar, cornstarch, and water until bubbly. Stir in lemon juice and egg yolks; cook until thickened.
- Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually add the remaining sugar until stiff peaks appear. Spread over warm lemon filling.
- Bake for another 10–15 minutes until meringue is golden brown. Cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg