Best 4 Pineapple Custard Meringue Pie Recipes

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful journey through the world of pineapple custard meringue pie, a harmonious blend of tropical flavors and creamy textures. Experience the perfect balance of tangy pineapple filling, velvety custard, and a crispy, golden meringue topping. This delectable dessert combines the best of all worlds, offering a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the secrets behind this classic pie, uncovering the techniques and ingredients that make it a timeless favorite.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE MERINGUE PIE



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One of my dad's favorite pastimes was making this pie. You never left his house without a pie or two to take home with you.-Lyn Benedict, Dexter, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Dough for single-crust pie
1 cup plus 6 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
3 large eggs, separated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. 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. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°., In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in pineapple until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Gradually stir 1 cup hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in lemon juice. Keep warm., For meringue, in a bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Pour hot filling into crust. Spread meringue over hot filling, sealing edge to crust., Bake until meringue is golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour; refrigerate for at least 3 hours before cutting. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PINEAPPLE MERINGUE PIE



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This was my mother's favorite pie. My grandmother was sure to make one each time we went to visit her. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Provided by Albert Butchino

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Pineapple Pie

Time 4h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
3 eggs, separated, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons white sugar
1 (9 inch) baked pastry shell

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine 1 cup sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a large saucepan. Stir in pineapple and juice until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Place egg yolks in a bowl and gradually stir in 1 cup of hot filling. Add to the mixture in the saucepan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and keep warm.
  • Beat egg whites and cream of tartar for meringue in a bowl until soft peaks form. Beat in remaining 6 tablespoons sugar gradually, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high speed, until stiff peaks form.
  • Pour hot filling into the pastry shell. Spread meringue over the filling, sealing edges to crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meringue is golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour; then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 185.5 mg, Sugar 44.7 g

PINEAPPLE MERINGUE TART



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Light and refreshing pineapple tart with a shortbread crust. This was my childhood favorite (almost 60 years ago)! Everyone loves this dessert! Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Provided by Irishike46

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts     Fruit Tart Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 cup crushed pineapple in juice
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
4 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Combine flour, butter, and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat together until a soft dough forms. Press dough over the bottom and up the sides of a 9x12-inch baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are light golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While crust is baking, bring sugar and crushed pineapple to a boil in a small saucepan. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the pineapple filling. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • While filling is cooling, beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form. Add slightly cooled pineapple mixture; whip on low speed until just combined. Give filling 1 more stir to ensure it is evenly mixed.
  • Pour filling into the baked crust. Return to the oven and bake until the topping is slightly golden brown, about 10 minutes. Cool before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 16 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

SELA'S PINEAPPLE PIE



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This is a classic from the Friendly Islands. It makes a huge amount but I tend to double the recipe, use a roasting dish as the pan...and it all goes. Great for big families, pot luck dinners. A Tongan treasure.

Provided by Missy Wombat

Categories     Pie

Time 1h25m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups crushed fresh pineapple (canned will do)
3 tablespoons custard powder
1 cup sugar
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 -5 egg yolks
5 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
4 -5 egg whites

Steps:

  • Heat the pineapple in a saucepan.
  • Mix in the custard, 1 cup of sugar and the salt.
  • Cook until thick stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add the butter and mix in.
  • Cool.
  • Base: Cream the butter and suagar together and add egg yolks.
  • Add sifted dry ingredients.
  • Stir well.
  • Roll out pastry and place into a large 13"x9" pan.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes or until brown in a 350 deg F oven.
  • Remove from oven and pour the pineapple mixture on top.
  • Beat the egg whites in a separate bowl until frothy, add cream of tartar and sugar.
  • Beat until stiff.
  • Add to top of pineapple pie and bake until lightly browned in a 375 deg F oven.

Tips:

  • Make sure to use fresh pineapple for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a glass to roll out the dough.
  • Be careful not to overcook the custard, or it will curdle.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving, so that the custard has time to set.
  • Garnish the pie with fresh pineapple slices or whipped cream for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

The pineapple custard meringue pie is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy custard filling, sweet pineapple chunks, and fluffy meringue topping, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this pineapple custard meringue pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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