Best 2 Creamy Lemon Meringue Pie Recipes

Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that is Creamy Lemon Meringue Pie, a timeless classic with a modern twist. This luscious dessert boasts a crisp and flaky crust that perfectly complements the velvety smooth lemon filling, while the ethereal meringue topping adds a touch of sweetness and airiness. With its vibrant yellow hue and tantalizing aroma, this pie is sure to be the star of any gathering. This comprehensive guide provides you with step-by-step instructions for creating the perfect Creamy Lemon Meringue Pie, along with variations to suit different dietary preferences and taste buds. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a gluten-free, vegan, or low-carb version, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of this delectable treat.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY LEMON MERINGUE PIE

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Make and share this Creamy Lemon Meringue Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rhonda O

Categories Pie

Time 30m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 eggs, seperated
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup real lemon reconstituted lemon juice
1 ready-made pie crust
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a medium bowl, beat egg yolks; stir in sweetened condenesed milk, real lemon, and rind.
Pour into crust.
In a small bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy.
Gradually add sugar until stiff but not dry.
Spread meringue on top of pie sealing carefully to edge of crust.
Bake 15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown.
Cool, chill before serving.

EASY ENOUGH CREAMY LEMON MERINGUE PIE

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Got this recipe from Keebler. I used fresh lemon juice in mine but you can buy store brand.This pie has a thicker filling than most lemon meringue pies and has a stronger egg taste. It's different than most lemon meringue pies too.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 graham keebler ready pie crust (or the shortbread pie crust)
1 (14 ounce) sweetened condensed milk
3 eggs, separated
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh grated lemon peel
2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°F.
In a medium bowl beat egg yolks well.
Stir in condensed milk,lemon juice, lemon peel and food coloring, if desired. This will thicken.
Pour mixture in pie crust and bake 30 minute at 325°F.
Preparing the meringue.
Beat egg whites, vanilla, and cream of tarter in a large bowl with a electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
Add sugar gradually, turning up mixer on high speed, until stiff peaks form.
Turn oven up to 350°F.
Spread meringue on top of hot pie filling all over the entire pie.
Put in oven and bake another 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Take out of oven and cool on stove or counter top for at least 1 hour.
Place in refrigerator and chill at least 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Tips:

For the perfect meringue, make sure the egg whites are at room temperature and the bowl is completely clean and free of any grease.

Beat the egg whites gradually, starting on low speed and increasing to high speed as they start to foam.

Add the sugar slowly, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat the egg whites.

Beat the egg whites until they are stiff and glossy and form peaks that hold their shape.

When making the lemon curd, use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.

Strain the lemon curd through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.

For a creamier pie, use full-fat cream cheese and mascarpone cheese.

Chill the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Conclusion:

With its creamy lemon filling, fluffy meringue topping, and buttery graham cracker crust, this creamy lemon meringue pie is a classic dessert that is sure to please everyone. Follow these tips to make the perfect pie every time.

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