Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Crust
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, butter, and sugar until crumbly. Add egg yolk and cold water, mix until dough forms. Roll out and place in pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
Make the Filling
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Gradually whisk in water and cook over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Whisk in egg yolks, lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter. Pour the filling into the baked crust.
Prepare the Meringue
- In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread meringue over the lemon filling, sealing the edges. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until meringue is golden.
NUTRITION INFORMATION:
Serving: 1 slice
Calories: 320cal (16%)
Carbohydrates: 45g (15%)
Protein: 3g (6%)
Fat: 15g (23%)
Saturated Fat: 9g (56%)
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 80mg (27%)
Sodium: 150mg (7%)
Potassium: 100mg (3%)
Fiber: 1g (4%)
Sugar: 30g (60%)
Vitamin A: 300IU (6%)
Vitamin C: 10mg (12%)
Calcium: 20mg (2%)
Iron: 1mg (6%)
Keywords: lemon, meringue, pie
Notes
Let the pie cool before serving for best results.
