Sherrybeth’s Orange Meringue Pie

Meringue is a sweet dessert topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar, which creates a light and fluffy texture.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Sherrybeth’s Orange Meringue Pie

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Pie Crust
• 1 cup Orange Juice
• 1 teaspoon Orange Zest
• 4 unit Egg Yolks
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 4 unit Egg Whites
• 0.5 teaspoon Cream of Tartar
• 0.5 cup Sugar

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 and set aside to cool.
4. In a saucepan, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, egg yolks, cornstarch, sugar, salt, and water.
5. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
6. Pour the orange filling into the pie crust and let it cool.
7. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
8. Gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
9. Spread the meringue over the cooled pie filling, making sure to seal the edges.
10. Bake the pie for 15-20 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 2 hours 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 3g6%

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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.