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Mile High Lemon Meringue Pie

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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Filling
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Meringue
  • 6 egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crust
  • 1 baked 9-inch pie crust

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Bake the Crust
    Blind bake the pie crust until golden brown. Then, let it cool completely.
  2. Step 2: Make the Lemon Filling
    Cook the sugar, cornstarch, salt, water, and lemon juice until thickened. Next, temper the egg yolks, return the mixture to the saucepan, and cook until smooth and glossy. Finally, stir in the butter and lemon zest.
  3. Step 3: Add the Filling
    Pour the hot lemon filling into the baked pie crust. After that, spread it evenly with a spatula.
  4. Step 4: Make the Meringue
    Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Then, gradually add the sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form. Finally, mix in the vanilla.
  5. Step 5: Top the Pie
    Spoon the meringue over the warm filling, sealing it to the crust edges. Next, create tall decorative peaks with a spoon.
  6. Step 6: Bake Until Golden
    Bake for 10 to 15 minutes at 350°F, or until the meringue is lightly golden.
  7. Step 7: Chill and Serve
    Cool completely at room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing and serving.