Lemon Meringue Pie
Always classic, lemon meringue pie is light, fresh, and packed with incredible flavour. This recipe is high in protein, virtually sugar-free and full of fiber.
Who knew pie could heal your tummy from the inside out? We did! That's why we packed it with our prebiotic protein, Natural Nutralean, for the healthiest slice of deliciousness you've ever had.
Eat the food you love, love the food you eat - we believe that everyone deserves safe, healthy nutrition without sacrificing flavor.
FILLING INGREDIENTS:
- 6 egg yolks
- 1 packet unfavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup Natural Nutralean
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granular sweetener
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 tsp lemon zest (necessary) 1/4 tsp salt
MERINGUE INGREDIENTS:
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 cup granulated sweetener of choice (or to taste)
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 400. In a large saucepan whisk all filling ingredients until smooth.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set.
- Whip up the 6 egg whites until soft peaks. Sprinkle with 1 Tsp cream of tartar and stevia or sugar substitute, continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Pour filling into cooled crust and top with meringue and bake until light brown.
Refrigerate overnight. DO NOT cut your pie open until very cold, because it will be too liquidy.
This recipe makes 16 servings or 2 pies,
Nutritional information for 1 serving:
xo Melanie