Experience the timeless delight of a classic lemon meringue pie. This irresistible dessert combines a buttery crust, tangy lemon filling, and airy meringue topping for a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors in every bite.
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RECIPE
Ingredients
1 cup sugar
2 cups water
4 egg yolks (save whites for meringue)
3 tbsp. salted butter
Zest from 2 lemons
1/4 tsp. salt
1 pre-baked pie crust
6 tbsp. corn starch
1/2 cup lemon juice
In a glass batter bowl, using a wire whisk, mix dry ingredients (cornstarch, sugar and salt) well.
Add water, lemon juice, and egg yolks--whisk well.
Place in microwave on high for 3 minutes. Remove and whisk well. Microwave again at 2-minute intervals until thick and creamy. Whisk after each interval.
After microwaving, add butter and mix well until completely melted.
Pour into pre-baked pie shell. Top with a 4-egg white meringue and make at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.
Cut with serrated knife to help meringue stay in place.