Best 2 Citrus Meringue Pie Recipes
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Embark on a culinary adventure with our delectable citrus meringue pie recipes, a harmonious blend of zesty citrus and velvety meringue. These pies are a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From the classic lemon meringue pie, with its bright and tangy filling, to the exotic key lime meringue pie, with its unique and refreshing flavor, these recipes offer a delightful variety of citrus sensations. Each recipe is carefully curated to ensure that the balance of sweetness and tartness is perfectly achieved, resulting in a truly extraordinary dessert experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process of creating these citrusy masterpieces. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a journey of culinary delight with our irresistible citrus meringue pie recipes.
FLORIDA CITRUS MERINGUE PIE
Why limit a fantastic dessert to just one kind of citrus fruit? Thanks to orange and lemon, this lovely pie packs a bold sweet-tart flavor! -Barbara Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice., Bake until bottom is lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until golden brown, 5-8 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven temperature to 350°., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Whisk in water and orange juice. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cook and stir 2 minutes longer (mixture will be thick). Remove from heat., In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Gently stir in lemon juice, butter, and lemon and orange zests., For meringue, in a large bowl, beat egg whites with vanilla and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft glossy peaks form., Transfer hot filling to crust. Spread meringue over filling, sealing to edge of crust; swirl top with the back of a spoon., Bake until meringue is golden brown, 13-16 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. Chill 3 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 318mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
CITRUS MERINGUE PIE
For those lemon lovers, here's another wonderful citrus combo in a pie -- orange AND lemon! This recipe is a tweaked version of the original found in the Dec & Jan 2010 issue of Taste of Home. Preparation time does not include the time needed for the finished pie to cool & chill.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Pie
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- FOR THE PIE: Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Roll out pastry to fit a 9-inch pie plate, then line the pie plate with the pastry, trimming it, but leaving a 1/2-inch overhang.
- Do not prick the pastry, but line it with a double layer of heavy-duty foil & bake 8 minutes. Remove foil & bake another 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
- Reduce oven heat to 350 degrees F.
- Meantime, in a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch & salt, then gradually stir in the water & ORANGE juice until smooth.
- Cook & stir over medium-high heat until thickened & bubbly, then reduce heat & cook, stirring, for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir a small amount of this hot mixture into the egg yolks, then return it all to the pan, stirring constantly.
- Bring to a gentle boil, cooking & stirring another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Gently stir in the LEMON juice, butter & both zests, then pour into the prepared pie shell.
- FOR THE MERINGUE: In a large bowl, beat egg whites & vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form, then gradually beat in sugar, one tablespoon at a time, on high speed, until stiff peaks form.
- Spread this mixture over the hot filling, sealing edges to the crust.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown.
- Cool on wire rack for at least 1 hour, then refrigerate for another couple of hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 90.6, Sodium 289.1, Carbohydrate 54.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 37.6, Protein 4.3
Tips:
- Use fresh citrus fruits for the best flavor. Lemons, oranges, and limes are all good choices.
- Make sure the meringue is stiff before spreading it on the pie. It should hold peaks when you lift the beaters out of the bowl.
- Bake the pie until the meringue is golden brown and the filling is set. This will take about 45 minutes.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the meringue to firm up.
- Serve the pie with whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
This citrus meringue pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a delicious and refreshing treat that is sure to please everyone. With its bright citrus flavor and creamy meringue topping, this pie is a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this citrus meringue pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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