Pumpkin Meringue Pie
Pumpkin Meringue Pie is a popular dessert during the fall season, especially around Thanksgiving in the United States.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup Pie crust
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Cream of tartar
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for meringue)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- In the meantime, prepare the meringue by beating the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Once the pie is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Spread the meringue over the pie, making sure to seal the edges.
- Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- 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.