Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Description

Lemon  Meringue  Pie is a classic dessert with a  buttery crust, a silky and tangy lemon filling, and a cloud of sweet toasted meringue on top. The contrast of tart lemon and light, fluffy meringue makes it refreshing, beautiful, and perfect for any occasion.

Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Ingredients

For the crust (use one):

  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
    OR store-bought graham crust

For the lemon filling:

  • 1 ½ cups sugar

  • ⅓ cup cornstarch

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ cups water

  • 3 large egg yolks (save whites for meringue)

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

For the meringue:

  • 3 large egg whites

  • ½ cup sugar

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional but helps stabilize)

Instructions

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