Indulge in the delightful realm of caramel meringue pie, a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dessert features a crisp and flaky crust, a velvety smooth caramel filling, and a billowy, torched meringue topping. The interplay of sweet, creamy, and slightly tart notes creates an unforgettable experience. Discover the secrets behind crafting this delectable treat with our comprehensive guide, encompassing detailed recipes for each component – the crust, caramel filling, and meringue topping. Embark on a culinary journey to create a stunning and satisfying caramel meringue pie that will leave a lasting impression on your palate and memories.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CARAMEL MERINGUE PIE
This is one of those desserts that is likely to kill you, and is well worth it! Totally comfort food, something your mother would only let you have one small piece of, but as an adult you can inhale the entire pie!
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Pie
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle 3/4 cup sugar evenly in a 10-inch cast iron skillet and place over medium heat.
- Caramelize sugar by constantly stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Remove sugar from heat, gradually add the milk, stirring constantly.
- Combine 3/4 cup sugar and flour.
- Add to caramelized sugar mixture.
- Beat egg yolks.
- Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot mixture into the yolks, add to remaining hot mixture, stirring constantly.
- Return to low heat, cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened.
- Add butter, vanilla, and pinch of salt, stirring well.
- Spoon custard into pie crust, and set aside.
- Add a pinch of salt to egg whites, and beat (at room temperature) until foamy.
- Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Spread meringue over custard, sealing to edges.
- Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes or until meringue is golden brown.
- Cool pie completely before serving.
CARAMEL PIE WITH MERINGUE TOPPING
A southern favorite from You Be Sweet: Sharing Your Heart One Down-Home Dessert at a Time, Patsy Caldwell and Amy Lyles Wilson.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Pie
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To make the caramel pie:.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Caramelize 1 cup of sugar by placing it in a medium iron skillet (or heavy bottomed skillet) over medium heat. Begin stirring with a wooden spoon. The sugar will come together in pieces the size of almonds. Continue to stir until the sugar becomes like syrup and is the color of caramel. Take your time with this step; don't rush it. While the sugar is heating up, put the remaining 1 cup of sugar, flour and salt in a large saucepan. Mix well, and gradually add the milk. Add the beaten eggs. Cook over low to medium heat until hot, stirring constantly.
- Add the caramelized sugar to the milk, stirring quickly. Cook until thick, continuing to stir. Add the butter, and pour into the pie shell. Top with the meringue and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- To make the Meringue Topping: Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in the bowl of an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, and continue beating until stiff. Spread the meringue on top of the pie and bake.
CARAMEL MERINGUE PIE
Steps:
- In a small skillet, melt the 1/2 C. sugar till golden; gradually add the 1/2 C. boiling water, stirring till mixture is blended. In saucepan combine brown sugar, flour and salt. Stir in milk and caramelized syrup; cook and stir till thickened and bubbly. Combine yolks and whole eggs. Gradually stir about 1/2 the pudding mixture into eggs. Return to saucepan, cook and stir till bubbly. Stir in butter and the 1/2 tsp. vanilla. Pour into pie shell. Beat egg whites cream of tartar and the 1/2 tsp. vanilla till soft peaks form (tips stand straight). Spread over hot filling, sealing meringue to edges. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.
Tips:
- Use a kitchen torch with a fine, pointed flame to create intricate designs on top of the pie, such as swirls or dots.
- Make sure the meringue is evenly browned all over before removing it from the oven. An unevenly browned meringue will have soft spots that are prone to collapsing.
- To prevent the meringue from cracking, cool the pie slowly in the oven with the door slightly ajar. This will allow the meringue to adjust to the change in temperature gradually and prevent it from cracking.
- If you don't have a kitchen torch, you can brown the meringue by placing the pie under the broiler for a few minutes. Keep a close eye on the pie to prevent the meringue from burning.
- Serve the pie immediately after it has been made. The meringue will start to weep if it is left to sit for too long.
Conclusion:
Caramel meringue pie is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, creamy caramel filling and fluffy meringue topping, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow these tips to make a perfect caramel meringue pie every time.
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