Lemon Meringue Pie
Lemon Meringue Pie, a quintessential American dessert, is a delectable blend of tangy and sugary flavors. This mouth-watering treat is perfect for any event, whether it's a family get-together, a social gathering,
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup cornstarch
- 4 large eggs, separated
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
Instructions
- To start, you'll want to preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Then transfer your pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, and finally, use your fingers to create a decorative crimped edge.
- Take a big mixing bowl and beat the egg yolks until they become thick and have a light color.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt together, and whisk them well.
- Mix in water slowly until the mixture is smooth, then use a whisk to blend in lemon juice and zest.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat while stirring continuously until it thickens and comes to a boil
- While stirring, gradually pour the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks.
- Then, cook the resulting mixture in the saucepan while stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
- Place the filling inside the pie crust and set it to one side.
- In a sizable mixing bowl, combine the egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract and whisk until they form soft peaks.
- Add the sugar gradually while continuously beating until the mixture becomes stiff and peaky.
- Smoothly coat the filling with the meringue, ensuring that it touches the crust's perimeter to create a tight seal.
- To achieve a golden brown hue, bake the meringue for 12-15 minutes.
- Before serving, it should be cooled on a wire rack for a minimum of an hour.