Irresistible Fluffy Lemon Meringue Pie Bars: Easy Recipe, Crunchy Crust
Author:meryem
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:16 servings 1x
Description
Discover this easy recipe for fluffy lemon meringue pie bars with a crunchy graham crust. Perfect dessert for any occasion! (149 chars)
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (crushed finely, about 10 full crackers)
⅓ cup granulated sugar for the crust
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups granulated sugar for the lemon filling
½ cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon zest (freshly grated for the best flavor)
1 ½ cups water
4 large egg yolks (save the whites for the meringue!)
½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter for the filling
4 large egg whites (the ones you saved from the filling)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
¾ cup granulated sugar for the meringue
Instructions
Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Make the graham cracker crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until everything is well mixed. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking pan.
Bake the crust: Bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until it’s lightly golden.
Prepare the lemon filling: Whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan. Slowly add the water and stir to combine. Over medium heat, continue whisking until it comes to a gentle boil.
Incorporate the egg yolks: In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks lightly. Gradually add about a cup of the hot sugar mixture to temper the eggs, then pour it back into the saucepan and whisk continuously.
Pour the filling: Carefully pour the lemon filling over the baked graham cracker crust.
Make the meringue: In a clean bowl, whip the egg whites until foamy. Add in the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar until stiff peaks form, then add in the vanilla extract.
Top it off: Spread the meringue over the lemon filling, making sure to seal the edges.
Bake the whole thing: Return your dish to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the meringue is lightly golden. Let it cool for at least an hour before slicing.
Notes
Delightful recipe for Fluffy Lemon Meringue Pie Bars with a Crunchy Graham Crust that offers all the bright, tangy flavors of the classic pie without the fuss.
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Category:Dessert
Cuisine:American
Nutrition
Serving Size:16 servings
Calories:250 calories
Sugar:20 grams
Fat:10 grams
Carbohydrates:38 grams
Fiber:1 gram
Protein:3 grams
Keywords: lemon meringue pie bars, easy dessert recipe, graham cracker crust, lemon dessert, spring recipes
