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Old Fashioned Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

This recipe, handed down from my mother (the pie queen!), delivers a classic Old Fashioned Lemon Meringue Pie with exciting twists. Enjoy it traditionally, skip the meringue for a lighter dessert, or add a creamy cream cheese layer for extra richness! This recipe makes enough for 2-3 pies, easily halved for smaller batches. Feel free to use your favorite pie crust (recipe #123758 recommended, or try a store-bought Nilla Wafer or shortbread crust for a shortcut). Get ready for the most delicious lemon pie of your life!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 3305 kcal
Protein 65g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Old Fashioned Lemon Meringue Pie

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How to Make Old Fashioned Lemon Meringue Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare your pie crust (using recipe #123758 or a store-bought crust). Press into a 9-inch pie plate.
  3. Optional: Spread a layer of cream cheese mixture (see ingredient list) evenly across the bottom of the crust.
  4. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and whisk in the butter and eggs one at a time, until smooth. Be sure to temper the eggs (slowly add a few spoonfuls of the hot lemon mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly, before adding the eggs to the saucepan).
  6. Pour the lemon filling into the pie crust. If using, carefully top with meringue (see meringue instructions below).
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. If using meringue, watch closely to prevent over-browning.
  8. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
  9. Meringue Instructions (optional): In a large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. Spread meringue over the hot lemon filling, sealing the edges to the crust. Use a kitchen torch to brown the meringue, or bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until lightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

157 g

Sugar

2222g

Fat

80g

Carbs

219g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Low Protein Healthy Pies And Tarts Desserts Eggs Dairy Fruit American Holiday Event Kid Friendly Vegetarian Pies Eggs Dietary Low Saturated Fat Toddler Friendly Low In Something Citrus Lemon Brunch Taste Mood Sweet Number Of Servings Presentation Served Cold