This take on the classic lemon meringue pie uses a biscuit base and Tarte au Citron filling – making for a lighter and more refreshing tart whilst ensuring the filling is rich and packed full of flavour.
This recipe is made with a gluten free base (the topping is naturally gluten free) which can be substituted for an ordinary biscuit base if desired. If you have spare meringue mixture, spoon onto a lined baking tray and place in the oven with the lemon meringue pie to make delicious meringues.
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Lemon Meringue Pie (Gluten Free)
Ingredients:
170g Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits
70g Unsalted Butter (Melted)
9 Large Eggs
400g Caster Sugar
Zest 2 Lemons
Juice 5 Lemons
250ml Double Cream
4 Egg Whites (At Room Temperature)
200g Caster Sugar
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Method:
1) Pre heat oven to 150C. Place the digestives in a food processor, whilst blitzing slowly pour in the butter until well combined. Transfer to a small lined cake tin (preferably spring form or one with a removable base). Bake the base in the oven for 10 minutes.
2) Meanwhile make the filling: Whisk the eggs with the caster sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in the lemon juice, then add the cream. Continue to whisk until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Pour the filling into a large jug.
3) Pour the filling onto the biscuit base (whilst it is still in the oven). Bake for around 30-45 minutes or until the mixture is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
4) Meanwhile make the meringue: Put the egg whites in a large bowl. Whisk to soft peaks, then add the sugar a spoonful at a time, whisking between each addition without over-beating. Spoon the meringue onto the lemon filling – piling it towards the centre.
5) Return the pie to the oven for around 30 minutes or until the meringue is just starting to brown. Remove and allow to cool.
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Enjoy!
