Ingredients
For the crust:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cold butter, cubed
2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
4 to 5 tablespoons ice water
For the orange filling:
1 cup fresh orange juice (approximately 3-4 oranges)
Zest of 1 orange
¾ cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons butter
For the meringue topping:
3 egg whites
½ cup sugar
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the crust:
In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the cold butter and, using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, mix until the mixture resembles crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Bake the crust:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Roll out the dough on a floured surface and line a pie pan (about 9 inches in diameter).
Prick the dough with a fork, cover with parchment paper and add a weight (beans or rice).
Bake for 15 minutes, remove the weight and paper and bake for another 10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
Prepare the orange filling:
In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, zest, sugar, cornstarch and sifted egg yolks.
Bake over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5 to 7 minutes).
Remove from heat, add the butter and stir until incorporated.
Pour the filling into the baked crust and level.
Prepare the meringue:
In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the cream of tartar (if using) until soft peaks form.
Add the sugar gradually and continue beating until a firm, glossy meringue forms.
Spread the meringue over the filling, forming decorative peaks with a spoon.
Finishing:
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 10 minutes or until the meringue is lightly golden.
Let it cool before serving.
Servings:
Makes approximately 8 slices.
Preparation time:
Preparation: 40 minutes
Baking and resting: 25 minutes
Total: approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes
Calories:
Approximately 350 calories per slice (considering the quantities and ingredients in this recipe).
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