Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Pour into the cooled crust.
- In a clean, dry bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 6 tablespoons sugar, beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
- Spread meringue over the lemon filling, sealing to the edges of the crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the pie is completely cool before slicing to allow the filling to set properly.
- For best results, use fresh lemon juice.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg