*Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Name: *Lemon Meringue Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 1/2 c. sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 c. boiling water; 3 eggs, separated; 1/4 c. lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 Tbsp. lemon peel; 9-inch baked pie shell

*Lemon Meringue Pie – a delicious recipe with cornstarch, sugar, salt, boiling water, eggs, lemon juice. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

7 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. boiling water
3 eggs, separated
1/4 c. lemon juice
2 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. lemon peel
9-inch baked pie shell

1
In the top of a double boiler, combine cornstarch, sugar and salt.
2
Add water.
3
Cook until thick, stirring constantly.
4
Cover and place over boiling water for 10 minutes.
5
Beat egg yolks slightly; add a little hot mixture.
6
Stir and pour back into pan. Cook for 2 minutes more, stirring constantly.
7
Remove from heat. Add lemon juice, butter and grated peel.
8
Cool to room temperature.
9
Do not stir.
10
Pour into baked, cool shell.

1672

kcal

Calories

133

Fat

117

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 Tbsp. cornstarch, 1 1/2 c. sugar, 1/2 tsp. salt, 2 c. boiling water, and more.

Yes, *Lemon 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1672 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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