This Easy Lemon Meringue Pie (Gluten-Free Option) is a delectable dessert and ideal for any lemon-lover! Not only is this pie delicious, but it’s also super refreshing on a hot summer day. Once you try it I think you’ll love it! Oh, and except for the pie crust, all the ingredients are naturally gluten-free. Simply use a gluten-free crust and, Voilà! You now have a gluten-free lemon meringue pie! 

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Fresh Lemons

Before we begin I want to provide you with the backstory to this post. Up until recently, my parents wintered in Arizona. In addition to the warm climate, they enjoyed good fellowship, fun activities, and a variety of fresh citrus. It was common for people in their neighborhood to share their abundance of fresh grapefruit and lemons. 

One winter my mom noticed a recipe for homemade lemon meringue pie published in a local Arizona newspaper. She cut out the recipe, grabbed a couple of fresh lemons, and proceeded to make the pie. It turned out amazing! Well, mom kept the recipe all these years, and today I want to share it with all of you! (Sorry I’ve held out so long on y’all!)

The lemon flavor in this Easy Lemon Meringue Pie truly is fabulous, and I think you’ll love it too. 

Lemon Filling

First, you’ll need a prebaked pie crust. NOTE: For the GF option be sure to use a gluten-free pie crust. 

To make the filling you’ll need sugar, cornstarch, water, eggs, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and butter. 

In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar with the cornstarch. Stir in the cold water until smooth. Stir in the egg yolks. While stirring constantly with a wire whisk, bring to a boil over medium heat. The mixture will be fairly thick. Boil 1 minute, stirring quickly. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter.

Make Meringue

To make meringue, whip egg whites until frothy and then gradually add 1/8 cup of sugar while beating the whites. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

Pour hot filling into pie crust and immediately top with meringue. (If filling cools off before you fill the pie shell, reheat it quickly while stirring constantly.)

Bake Meringue

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until curly peaks of meringue are golden brown. (After 7 minutes, check frequently so it doesn’t get too brown.)

Cool Before Serving

Cool on a wire rack for 5 to 6 hours. At this point you can go ahead and serve the pie, however, I think it’s better when it’s chilled. Therefore we suggest chilling the pie for 1 hour before serving. Refrigerate leftovers. 

Notice the golden peaks on the meringue? 

Yield: Serves 8

Easy Lemon Meringue Pie (Gluten-Free Option)

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

If you love lemon you're going to love this easy-to-make Lemon Meringue Pie!

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Ingredients

• 1-1/8 cups sugar, divided
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1-1/2 cups cold water
• 4 egg yolks
• (Optional) 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 4 egg whites
• 1 prebaked 9-inch pie crust (Gluten-Free Option - use a gluten-free crust)

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar with the cornstarch. Stir in the cold water until smooth. Stir in the egg yolks. While stirring constantly with a wire whisk, bring to a boil over medium heat. The mixture will be fairly thick. Boil 1 minute, stirring quickly. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter.
3. To make meringue, whip egg whites until frothy and then gradually add 1/8 cup of sugar while beating the whites. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
4. Pour hot filling into pie crust and immediately top with meringue. (If filling cools off before you fill the pie shell, reheat it quickly while stirring constantly.)
5. Bake about 15 minutes, or until curly peaks of meringue are golden brown. (After 7 minutes, check frequently so it doesn't get too brown.)
6. Cool on a wire rack for 5 to 6 hours. At this point, you can serve the pie, or chill it in the refrigerator for 1 hour then serve. Refrigerate leftovers.

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Enjoy! 

Linda

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