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Zesty Orange Meringue Pie

Zesty Orange Meringue Pie That Will Brighten Your Day

Enjoy a delightful Zesty Orange Meringue Pie that brings vibrant flavors and joy to your table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 9-inch Pie Crust Use store-bought or homemade for a flaky base.
For the Filling
  • 3/4 cup White Sugar Balances the tartness of the orange filling.
  • 1/3 cup Cornstarch Helps thicken the orange custard.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavor of the sweet filling.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Fresh juice is preferred for bold flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Adds an extra layer of brightness.
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps achieve the desired filling consistency.
  • 4 Egg Yolks Adds richness and aids in thickening the filling.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Contributes creaminess to the filling.
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Orange Zest Use fresh for the best results.
  • 1 Orange Peeled and diced (optional) for extra flavor.
For the Meringue
  • 4 Egg Whites Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes the egg whites.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch Pie Dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Electric Mixer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Place the pie crust in a pie dish, cover with foil, fill with weights, and bake for 10 minutes. Remove weights and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown. Cool.
  2. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in orange juice, lemon juice, and water. Whisk over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in butter and orange zest, and pour into the cooled crust.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Beat egg whites until frothy. Gradually add cream of tartar and sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  4. Spread meringue over the filling, sealing edges to prevent shrinking. Create peaks and swirls. Bake for about 15 minutes until meringue is golden brown.
  5. Allow the pie to cool to room temperature on a wire rack. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh orange juice and zest for maximum flavor. Allow the filling to cool completely before adding meringue.

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