This Lemon Meringue Pie is definitely one of our more treasured family recipes from our mom. We grew up on this dessert; it’s been a favorite in our family as far back as I can remember. Our dad always requests it to be one of the pies served at Thanksgiving dinner, many Sunday dinners and it has replaced his birthday cake on more than one occasion. You just can’t beat the tangy lemon curd pie filling, homemade pie crust, and the light and airy meringue on top. Perfection in every bite!
Ingredients in Lemon Meringue Pie
Fresh lemon juice and lemon zest give the filling an irresistible tart lemon flavor. The meringue gets light and fluffy from whipped egg whites that turn a gorgeous golden brown in the oven. It really is the best lemon meringue pie recipe. A store bought pie doesn’t even come close to the deliciousness of this homemade treat. Here’s what you need:
Baked pie shell – You can buy a frozen pie crust at the store (they usually come two to a package) or make your own! Our homemade pie crust is easy to make and tastes so delicious!
LEMON CUSTARD MIXTURE:
Sugar – regular, white granulated sugarCornstarch – this helps thicken the custardSalt – to tasteWater Grated lemon zest – use a zester or a grater to get about a tablespoon of lemon peelEgg yolks – when you separate your eggs, save the whites for the meringue topping!Butter – salted or unsalted butter both work greatLemon juice – about half a cup of juice, or the juice of one whole lemon
MERINGUE TOPPING:
Egg whites – you’ll need about five to six large egg whites. Make sure they’re at room temperatureCream of tartar – you’ll find this ingredient in the spices section of the grocery store.Sugar
How to Make Lemon Meringue Pie
In a medium saucepan, bring the sugar, cornstarch, salt, water, and lemon zest a boil, stirring constantly. The secret to a silky smooth pie is stir stir stir! Stirring the filling constantly with a rubber spatula will ensure a flawlessly smooth texture. Remove from heat and whisk in the egg yolks. Let it simmer over medium heat for one minute, stirring constantly.Once again, remove from the heat and whisk in the butter and lemon juice.Pour into your baked pie crust and let it cool.Beat egg whites and cream of tartar together until foamy. You can use an electric mixer with the whisk attachment or a hand mixer. Then, add sugar slowly to the mixture, whipping until stiff peaks form. Top the pie with the light meringue and bake at 325 degrees for about ten minutes or until the soft peaks are lightly browned. Finally, let the pie set until it’s time to serve.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lemon Meringue Pie
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