Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie
240 min.
8
361kcal

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Indulge in the delightful tang of our Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie, a dessert that perfectly balances zesty lemon flavor with a light, airy meringue topping. This vegetarian and dairy-free treat is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, making it an ideal centerpiece for any gathering or special occasion.

Crafted with a crispy rice cereal crust, this pie offers a unique twist on the traditional recipe, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a slice without worrying about gluten. The luscious lemon filling, made from fresh lemon juice and egg yolks, is thickened to perfection, providing a refreshing burst of citrus in every bite. Topped with a cloud-like meringue, this pie is baked until golden brown, creating a beautiful contrast to the vibrant filling beneath.

Whether you're celebrating a holiday, hosting a dinner party, or simply treating yourself to something sweet, this Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie is sure to impress. With a preparation time of just four hours, you can easily make this dessert ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. Gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dessert that will leave your guests raving and coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • cups rice chex 
  • tablespoons potato flour 
  • 0.3 cup canola oil melted
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  •  eggs whole
  •  egg yolk 
  • cup water 
  • cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • tablespoon unrefined sunflower oil melted
  •  egg whites 
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray (without flour).
  2. In food processor, place cereal. Cover; process until crushed.
  3. Add remaining crust ingredients. Cover; process until crumbly. Press mixture into pie plate, starting in center and pressing up side.
  4. Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack.
  5. In 3-quart saucepan, beat egg yolks, water, 1 cup granulated sugar, the lemon juice and cornstarch with whisk until well blended. Cook on high heat, stirring constantly with whisk until thickened.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in ghee until incorporated.
  7. Pour filling into crust.
  8. In medium bowl, beat egg whites with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Spoon meringue onto hot filling, spreading to edges to seal.
  9. Bake 15 minutes or until meringue is golden brown. Cool on cooling rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories361kcal
Protein5.23%
Fat29.54%
Carbs65.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.52
Glycemic Load
26.18
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.813913143199%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
1.47mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:360.63kcal
18.03%
Fat:12.09g
18.6%
Saturated Fat:1.79g
11.21%
Carbohydrates:60.09g
20.03%
Net Carbohydrates:59.62g
21.68%
Sugar:41.92g
46.58%
Cholesterol:117.66mg
39.22%
Sodium:187.02mg
8.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.82g
9.63%
Folate:118.92µg
29.73%
Iron:4.95mg
27.52%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.28%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.42%
Selenium:12.84µg
18.34%
Vitamin B12:0.99µg
16.54%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.63%
Vitamin E:2.3mg
15.34%
Zinc:2.19mg
14.57%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.22%
Vitamin B3:2.6mg
13.01%
Vitamin C:7.01mg
8.49%
Vitamin A:410.11IU
8.2%
Phosphorus:73.29mg
7.33%
Vitamin D:1.1µg
7.3%
Calcium:71.49mg
7.15%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.07%
Vitamin K:5.3µg
5.05%
Copper:0.07mg
3.34%
Potassium:102.65mg
2.93%
Magnesium:9.47mg
2.37%
Fiber:0.47g
1.89%