Orange Meringue Pie Recipe

Name: Orange Meringue Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups sugar; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 cups orange juice; 4 large egg yolks, well beaten; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 tablespoons butter; 1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest; 1 pie shell (9 inches), baked; 4 large egg whites, room temperature; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/2 cup sugar

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups orange juice
4 large egg yolks, well beaten
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 pie shell (9 inches), baked
4 large egg whites, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup sugar

1
In a 2- to 3-qt. saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Using a wire whisk, gradually blend in orange juice until smooth. Add egg yolks and blend thoroughly. Add lemon juice and butter. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, and gradually bring to a boil. Reduce heat as mixture begins to thicken. Boil slowly for 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in peel. Pour hot filling into pie shell. Let stand, allowing a thin film to form on top.
2
Meanwhile, for meringue, beat egg whites in a small bowl until foamy. Add cream of tartar; beat on high until soft peaks form. Reduce speed to medium; add sugar gradually, about 1 tablespoon at a time. beat on high until stiff and glossy.
3
Spoon meringue around edge of filling. Using a spatula, push meringue gently against inner edge of crust, sealing well. Swirl meringue into center of pie.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 12-15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on wire rack at room temperature for 2 hours before serving. To cut, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3 cups orange juice, and more.

Yes, Orange 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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