Lemon Meringue Jello: No Bake Pie Inspired

Are you ready to pucker up for something delicious? Look no further than this fabulous Jello Lemon Meringue Pie! This dessert is a cheerful concoction of tangy lemon loveliness topped with fluffy meringue. It’s the perfect treat to impress your friends, family, or even just yourself after a long day. Let’s dive into this step-by-step guide to creating this zesty delight!

Lemon Meringue Pie

First things first; we need a beautiful visual to inspire our baking adventure:

Now, let’s gather our ingredients. Trust me, you’ll want to make this goodness!

Ingredients:

• 1 prepared pie crust (store-bought or homemade - no judgment here!)
• 1 (3 oz) package of lemon-flavored Jello
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 4 large egg yolks, beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for meringue)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, dissolve the lemon Jello in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved, then add 1 cup of cold water. Set aside to cool.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, and 1 1/2 cups water. Cook over medium heat, constantly stirring, until thickened and bubbly.
3. Gradually stir about 1 cup of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks. Once combined, return the mixture to the saucepan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon Jello mixture, butter, and vanilla. Pour this heavenly filling into your prepared pie crust.
5. Now onto the meringue! In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup granulated sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks hold their shape.
6. Spread the meringue over the hot lemon filling, making sure to seal the edges to avoid shrinkage. Pop it into a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
7. Let this beauty cool. You can put it in the fridge if you want a chilled pie or let it sit at room temperature. Just try not to eat it too quickly—this pie deserves some love!

And voilà! You have officially conquered the Jello Lemon Meringue Pie. Slice it up, share with friends or keep it all to yourself. Either way, your taste buds are in for a zesty treat!

source: www.everydayfamilycooking.com