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Chunky Lemon Meringue Pie





Yields
Makes 8 servings




Total Time
1 hr 30 mins




Chill Time
3 hrs 30 mins




Total Time
5 hrs

In this adaptation of old-fashioned Shaker pie, thin slices of whole lemon are soaked with sugar overnight to soften and sweeten the peel. When mixed with eggs, they create a soft custard base with chewy lemon pieces and a pleasantly bitter edge.

Chunky Lemon Meringue Pie




David Prince
 3 lemons
 2 cups sugar
 1 disk (1/2 recipe Best Basic Pie Crust Dough)
 4 eggs
 1 egg yolk
 6 egg whites
 1/8 teaspoon salt
 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Step 1
1

Quarter lemons lengthwise. Slice quartered lemons crosswise as thinly as possible, discarding the end pieces that are just peel and pith. Put lemon slices in a large bowl with the sugar. Toss to combine, cover, and let sit at least 24 hours and up to 2 days at room temperature.

Step 2
2

Put an oven rack on the lowest rung and preheat oven to 450°. Lightly dust counter and rolling pin with flour, then unwrap dough. With short strokes from center outward, roll dough into a 12-in. circle (about 1/8 in. thick), turning 90° after every 3 or 4 passes of the rolling pin to keep it from sticking. Transfer dough to a 9-in. pie pan, letting it fall into place (if you push or stretch the dough, it will shrink back when baked). Trim overhang to 1/2 in., then tuck edge under. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 20 minutes.

Step 3
3

Meanwhile, whisk the whole eggs and egg yolk in a medium bowl until frothy. Drain lemons (reserving liquid) and add lemon slices and 1 1/4 cup of the reserved liquid to the eggs. Stir to combine. Pour filling into crust. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes. Remove foil, reduce heat to 325°, and bake another 20 minutes. Remove from oven, but leave oven on.

Step 4
4

In a large clean bowl, beat egg whites, salt, and cream of tartar to create soft peaks. Add brown and granulated sugars and beat until shiny, firm peaks form. Spread meringue in a mound over hot pie and return to oven. Bake until top is puffed and deep brown, about 25 minutes. Let cool completely, at least 3 1/2 hours.

Step 5
5

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 458Calories from Fat 28
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 5.5g28%
Cholesterol 146mg49%
Sodium 387mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 79g27%

Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Protein 8.7g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.