Citrus Meringue Pie

Meringue pies became popular in the United States during the 19th century and are often associated with Southern cuisine.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Citrus Meringue Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, British Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Pie crust
• 4 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 4 teaspoon Lime juice
• 4 teaspoon Orange juice
• 1 cup Egg whites
• 1.5 cup Sugar
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the pie crust ingredients and press into a pie dish.
3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool.
4. In a saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, egg whites, sugar, cornstarch, cream of tartar, salt, and water.
5. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
6. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
7. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust.
8. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
9. Spread the meringue over the filling, making sure to seal the edges.
10. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.