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Meyer Lemon Meringue Slab Pie

Meyer Lemon Meringue Slab Pie

  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Meyer Lemon Meringue Slab Pie is a bright and zesty twist on a classic dessert, made to serve a crowd! With a crisp buttery crust, a luscious lemon curd filling, and a fluffy toasted meringue topping, it’s perfect for spring gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon ice water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup Meyer lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon zest
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, pulse flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add butter and pulse until coarse crumbs form.
  3. Add egg yolk and ice water; pulse until dough forms. Press into a 9×13-inch pan. Prick with a fork.
  4. Bake crust for 20 minutes or until golden. Let cool.
  5. In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Stir in lemon juice and zest. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
  6. Whisk egg yolks in a bowl. Slowly whisk in some hot lemon mixture, then return to saucepan. Cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Pour over crust and chill until set.
  7. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Add vanilla.
  8. Spread meringue over lemon filling, sealing edges.
  9. Broil 1-2 minutes or use a kitchen torch to toast meringue until golden.
  10. Cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use fresh Meyer lemons for the best flavor. Make sure the meringue touches the crust edges to prevent shrinking during baking.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: meyer lemon, meringue, slab pie, spring dessert, lemon pie

Find it online: https://crystalrecipes.com/meyer-lemon-meringue-slab-pie/