Lemon Meringue Pie with a Graham Cracker Crust Recipe

Lemon meringue pie is a classic American dessert that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with the light and fluffy texture of meringue. It is believed to have originated in the late 19th century and has since become a popular dessert around the world.

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

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Lemon Meringue Pie with a Graham Cracker Crust Recipe

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Dessert Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: 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

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 cup Lemon juice
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 4 large Egg whites
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and lemon zest. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
5. Pour the lemon filling into the cooled crust.
6. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
7. Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure to seal the edges.
8. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
10. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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.