Citrus Meringue Pie Recipe

Name: Citrus Meringue Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large egg whites; 6 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon water; 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cold water; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 cup grapefruit juice; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 large egg; 1 large egg white; 1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest; 7 drops yellow food coloring, optional; 1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked

Servings: persons

3 large egg whites
6 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cold water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup grapefruit juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest
7 drops yellow food coloring, optional
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked

1
In a heavy saucepan, combine the egg whites, sugar, water and cream of tartar. Heat over low heat while beating with a portable mixer on low speed for 1 minute, scraping down sides of pan. Continue beating until mixture reaches 160u00b0. Remove from the heat.
2
In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool for 1 minute. Whisk into egg white mixture; add vanilla and salt. Beat on high until stiff peaks form. Set meringue aside.
3
For filling, in a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Gradually add the grapefruit juice, water, orange juice and lemon juice until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together egg and egg white; gradually stir 1/2 cup hot filling into egg mixture; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in grapefruit zest and food coloring if desired. Pour hot filling into crust.
5
Spread meringue evenly over hot filling, sealing edges to crust. Broil for 30-60 seconds or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

582

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large egg whites, 6 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon water, 1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar, and more.

Yes, Citrus Meringue Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Citrus Meringue Pie

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