Traditional Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Name: Traditional Lemon Meringue Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch (use Argo or Kings ford's); 1 1/2 cups cold water; 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten; 1 lemon, rind of, grated; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine; 1 (9 inch) baked pie crusts; 3 egg whites; 1/3 cup sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Combine 1 cup sugar and corn starch in medium saucepan.
3
Gradually stir in water until smooth. Stir in egg yolks.
4
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, and boil 1 minute.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Stir in lemon peel, lemon juice and butter.
7
Spoon hot filling into pie crust.
8
Beat egg whites in small bowl with mixer at high speed until foamy.
9
Gradually beat in remaining 1/3 cup sugar; continue beating until stiff peaks form.
10
Spread meringue evenly over hot filling, sealing to edge of crust.
11
Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden.
12
Cool on wire rack at room temperature for 30 minutes;.
13
Refrigerate for 3 hours before serving.

540

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.

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 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch (use Argo or Kings ford's), 1 1/2 cups cold water, 3 egg yolks, slightly beaten, and more.

Yes, Traditional 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Traditional Lemon Meringue Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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