Description
Zesty lemon meringue pie dances with tangy citrus and silky sweet peaks of meringue, creating a classic dessert that sings with southern charm. Crisp buttery crust cradles bright lemon filling, promising pure dessert bliss for anyone craving a slice of pure comfort.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 lemons, juiced and zested
- 4 egg yolks, beaten
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
Crust Ingredient:
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
Meringue Ingredients:
- 4 egg whites
- 1/2 cup white sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (162°C) to prepare for baking the lemon meringue pie.
- In a saucepan, blend sugar, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Pour in water, lemon juice, and zest to create the base filling.
- Heat the mixture over medium flame, stirring continuously until it reaches a boil. Incorporate butter into the bubbling liquid.
- Temper egg yolks by whisking them with a portion of the hot sugar mixture in a separate bowl to prevent curdling.
- Return the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan, stirring vigorously. Continue cooking and stirring until the filling thickens and becomes glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the filling from heat and carefully pour it into the pre-baked pastry shell, ensuring an even distribution.
- Using an electric mixer, whip egg whites in a clean, dry bowl until they become frothy and soft.
- Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat the egg whites, transforming the mixture into a glossy, stiff meringue with peaks that hold their shape.
- Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, creating decorative peaks and ensuring it touches the crust edges to prevent shrinking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, watching carefully until the meringue turns a beautiful golden brown.
Notes
- Always use fresh lemons for the most vibrant, zesty flavor that elevates the entire pie’s taste profile.
- Separate egg whites carefully, ensuring no yolk breaks to achieve perfect, fluffy meringue peaks.
- Use a clean, dry metal or glass bowl when whipping egg whites to help them reach maximum volume and stability.
- Create a smooth filling by continuously stirring the mixture to prevent lumps and achieve a silky, consistent texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 291
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 103 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg