Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie
The Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie gets its name from the tall and fluffy meringue topping that resembles a mountain peak.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the pie crust ingredients and press into a pie dish.
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Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
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In a saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
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Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted.
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Pour the lemon filling into the baked pie crust.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
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Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure to seal the edges.
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Bake for 10 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
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Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
