Real Classic Lemon Meringue Pie

By AislePrompt Editorial · ·

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are drafted and published.

A refreshing dessert featuring tangy lemon curd and fluffy meringue, made with real lemons and eggs for authentic flavor. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, layers lemon, egg yolks, sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 45 min Cook: 25 min Serves 8 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

The stand mixer we’d knead this with → Best Stand Mixers for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

More Cookware & pots → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a saucepan, whisk together 4 lemons' juice and zest, 4 egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbling (about 5 minutes).
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp butter until melted and smooth. Pour into a pre-baked 9-inch pie crust. Cool completely at room temperature (about 2 hours).
  3. Step 3: In a clean bowl, beat 4 egg whites and 1/4 tsp cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  4. Step 4: Spoon meringue over cooled pie, spreading to the edges to seal. Use a spoon to create decorative peaks.
  5. Step 5: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before serving. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp lemon zest just before serving.

Related recipes