Key Lime Meringue Pie Made With No Condensed Milk Recipe

Name: Key Lime Meringue Pie Made With No Condensed Milk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar, divided; 1/4 cup cornstarch, plus; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice; 1/2 cup cold water; 3 eggs, separated; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 cups boiling water; 1 teaspoon grated lime zest; green food coloring; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; pastry dough, for a 9-inch pie

Servings: persons

2 cups sugar, divided
1/4 cup cornstarch, plus
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup cold water
3 eggs, separated
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
green food coloring
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
pastry dough, for a 9-inch pie

1
Combine 1-1/2 cups sugar with the cornstarch and salt in a 2-quart saucepan. Add egg yolks, lime juice and cold water. Blend well. Add butter, and gradually add boiling water.
2
Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
3
Stir in zest and food coloring, Remove from heat and cool 20 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, beat egg whites with electric mixer on number 1 speed till frothy. Add cream of tartar and whip until soft peaks form. Continue on number 4 speed, gradually adding remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
5
Pour cooled filling into pie shell. Lightly pile meringue on filling and spread to edges. Bake 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Cool completely before serving.

1410

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups sugar, divided, 1/4 cup cornstarch, plus, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Key Lime Meringue Pie Made With No Condensed Milk 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.

Key Lime Meringue Pie Made With No Condensed Milk

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