Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Name: Lemon Meringue Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pie shell, baked; 4 eggs, separated; 1/2 c. sugar for filling; 4 Tbsp. sugar for meringue; 2 Tbsp. flour; 3 Tbsp. water; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 Tbsp. butter; 4 Tbsp. lemon juice; 2 tsp. lemon rind, grated

Servings: persons

1
Mix 4 egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, 3 tablespoons water and 1/4 teaspoon salt in top of double boiler. Stir over boiling water until mixture is thick and smooth.
2
Add butter, lemon juice and lemon rind.
3
Set aside to cool.
4
Beat 2 egg whites until stiff and fold in the cooled custard.
5
Pour into baked 9 inch pie shell.
6
Cover with a meringue made from remaining egg whites, with a few grains of salt, beaten in until frothy. Add 4 tablespoons sugar slowly and a few drops of vanilla until stiff, but not dry.
7
Pile on pie.
8
Bake at 300u00b0 for 20 minutes until meringue is golden brown.

375

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pie shell, baked, 4 eggs, separated, 1/2 c. sugar for filling, 4 Tbsp. sugar for meringue, 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.

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Lemon Meringue Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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