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30 Minute Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Whip up this dreamy 30-Minute Lemon Meringue Pie! This quick and easy recipe delivers the classic tangy lemon filling and fluffy meringue topping you crave, all without spending hours in the kitchen. Perfect for weeknight desserts or impressive gatherings.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1012.9 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 4.7 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 30 Minute Lemon Meringue Pie

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  • 1 tablespoon butter
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  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
  • 2 large eggs (separated into 2 yolks and 2 whites)
  • 1 cup + 6 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 (9 inch) baked pie crust
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make 30 Minute Lemon Meringue Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the whole eggs. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the melted butter.
  5. Pour the lemon filling into the prepared pie crust.
  6. In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
  7. Gradually add the remaining ½ cup sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  8. Stir in vanilla extract.
  9. Spread meringue over the lemon filling, sealing the edges to the crust.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly golden brown.
  11. Let cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

196g

Fat

96g

Carbs

42g

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