Easy Lemon Meringue Pie

I’m still on my lemon binge… just can’t get enough of these fresh lemons that are now in season and I have been cooking up a storm, mostly baking. But we did have roast chicken with lemon for dinner last night. It was more of a fragrant lemon flavour because we did a herb marinade and placed a whole lemon in the cavity which was a lovely way to get a subtle lemon hit.

This recipe is for Lemon Meringue Pie and it is slightly different from the traditional recipe. It is richer and luscious, not your every day dessert but just perfect for a special occasion. I’m hoping that Sunday night dessert on lockdown counts!

Recipe

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Easy Lemon Meringue Pie

• Servings: 6–8
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Difficulty: easy
• Rating: ★★★★★
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A classic lemon meringue pie using condensed milk for a smooth filling, topped with golden meringue and baked in a crisp pastry shell.

Tip :
• For best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice (not Meyer lemons) for that sharp citrus hit.
• Make sure the egg whites are at room temperature for the fluffiest meringue.
• Use my pastry shell recipe or a ready-made base.

Recipe Credit:
From Nestlé Fabulous Food Made Easy, page 61.

Ingredients

• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp grated lemon rind
• ½ cup lemon juice
• 2 eggs, separated
• ¼ cup caster sugar
• 1 cooked pastry pie shell

Directions

1. Preheat: Set your oven to 180°C.
2. Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine condensed milk, lemon rind, and juice. Beat in the egg yolks until smooth.
3. Fill Shell: Pour the lemon filling into the prepared pastry shell.
4. Make Meringue: Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and beat until thick and glossy.
5. Top and Bake: Pile the meringue over the filling, spreading to the edges. Bake for 10–15 minutes until lightly golden.
6. Cool and Serve: Let it cool before serving. Best enjoyed the same day.

Nutrition

Per Serving: 320 calories; 10 g fat; 50 g carbohydrates; 5 g protein; 80 mg cholesterol; 250 mg sodium.

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