Best Ever Lemon Pie
A tangy and sweet lemon pie featuring a smooth lemon filling topped with fluffy meringue. The bright citrus flavors make it perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing dessert option for citrus lovers. Its crisp crust and luscious filling create a delightful balance of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix sugar and cornstarch together in the top of a double boiler. Add water and cook over boiling water for 25 minutes or until thick.
- Combine egg yolks with lemon juice and beat well.
- Add the egg yolk mixture to the sugar mixture and cook over boiling water for 25 minutes or until thick.
- Remove from heat and add lemon extract, butter, and vinegar. Stir thoroughly.
- Pour the filling into the baked pie shell and let it cool.
- Cover the pie with meringue and brown in the oven until golden.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
531
kcal
27% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).