Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe
This classic lemon meringue pie combines a rich lemon filling with a fluffy, golden meringue on a flaky pie crust. Perfect for a refreshing and sweet dessert!
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
2-4 tbsp ice water
For the Lemon Filling:
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups water
4 large egg yolks (save the whites for the meringue)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Meringue:
4 large egg whites
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions: