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Lemon and Whey Meringue Pie

Lemon and whey meringue pie - a great way to use up whey!
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The sourness of lemons in this traditional pie is complimented by the addition of whey. Lemon and whey meringue pie is a delicious sweet and sour treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 x 9-inch pie crust

Lemon Filling

  • 2 cups whey
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 6 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (see notes)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 Tbsp butter

Meringue Topping

  • 4 egg whites
  • 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C). Line a 9-inch pie plate with your favorite pie crust. (I like my GF pie crust). Prebake the crust for 20 minutes. When the crust is finished, remove it from the oven and reduce the temperature to 350 F (180 C).
  2. Prepare the pie filling while the crust bakes. Mix the whey, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and zest in a saucepan. Whisk in the egg yolks until well combined. Then add the butter.
  3. Slowly bring the filling to a simmer, stirring gently. Reduce heat and continue to simmer for 1 minute. After 1 minute it will have started to thicken. Pour the lemon filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until they form soft peaks. Gradually beat sugar until stiff peaks form. Stir in vanilla extract. Dollop the meringue topping over the lemon pie.
  5. Bake the pie on the lowest rack in your oven (to prevent the meringue from burning) for 20 minutes.
  6. Allow to cool completely before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • The sugar in the lemon custard filling can be replaced with your favorite alternative sweetener. However, sugar is essential for the meringue topping.
  • The flavor of this pie is best with fresh, sweet whey. If you are using acid whey, only add as much lemon juice as required to balance the acidity of the whey. Exactly how much lemon juice will depend on how acidic the whey is. The goal is to have a slightly tart flavor, without making the pie too acidic. Just taste it before you add in the egg yolks.

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Keywords: traditional, treat, extra whey, winter, sweet

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