Best Keto Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

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Gluten Free
Vegetarian
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Best Keto Lemon Meringue Pie
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Description

This lemon meringue pie offers a delightful dance of textures and flavors. Imagine a buttery, slightly sweet crust that gives way to a tangy lemon curd, bright with the taste of fresh citrus. Crowning this is a cloud of meringue, toasted to a perfect golden brown, with peaks that are crisp and edges that are meltingly soft.

The base is a shortcrust, offering a pleasing contrast to the smooth, sharp curd. The rich, almond-like flavor of the crust complements the lemon beautifully, providing a grounding note to the pie's overall profile. The lemon curd itself is a vibrant burst of sunshine, its tartness balanced by a gentle sweetness.

The meringue, light and airy, adds a touch of elegance and a delicate sweetness that rounds out the entire experience. Consider making these as individual tarts, either topped with meringue or simply showcasing the glossy lemon curd. The crust, crafted from almond flour, gains its structure and subtle sweetness from carefully selected ingredients.

This naturally gluten-free base ensures a satisfying and flavorful experience for everyone. The pie crust and lemon curd can be made in advance, simplifying the assembly process. The prepared components store well separately, allowing for a stress-free dessert preparation.

Should you have any pie remaining after serving, refrigerate it to maintain its texture and freshness. A brief warming before serving will revive its flavors. While freezing the assembled pie is not recommended, the crust and curd can be frozen individually, offering flexibility in your baking schedule.

For the finest texture, ensure your powdered sweetener is finely ground before incorporating it into the recipe. This meticulous attention to detail guarantees a consistently delightful outcome, making each bite a moment of pure pleasure.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
1 h 30 min
Cook Time
35 min
Total Time
2 h 5 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 serving serving
C
Calories
480 Kcal

C
Carbs
8 g
Fi
Fiber
2 g
Sugar
3 g

P
Protein
10 g

C
Fats
45 g
Saturated Fats 28 g
Unsaturated Fats 15 g

Cholestrol 220 mg
Sodium 250 mg
Potassium 100 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Almond flour
    Almond flour
    2 cup
    2.
    Coconut flour
    Coconut flour
    0.25 cup
    3.
    Erythritol Granulated
    Erythritol Granulated
    0.25 cup
    4.
    Baking powder
    Baking powder
    0.5 tsp
    5.
    Salt, sea salt
    Salt, sea salt
    0.5 tsp
    6.
    Raw egg
    Raw egg
    5 large
    7.
    Grated Mozzarella
    Grated Mozzarella
    1 cup
    8.
    Cream Cheese (Full Fat)
    Cream Cheese (Full Fat)
    2 tbsp
    9.
    Erythritol Granulated
    Erythritol Granulated
    0.25 cup
    10.
    Lemon juice
    Lemon juice
    2 each - juice from one lemon
    11.
    Butter, unsalted
    Butter, unsalted
    0.33 cup
    12.
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    0.33 cup
    13.
    Cream of tartar
    Cream of tartar
    0.25 tsp
    14.
    Vanilla extract
    Vanilla extract
    1 tsp

Instructions

    1.
    Preheat oven to 3500F/ 1800C. In a large bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, cup erythritol, and sea salt. In a heatproof bowl, microwave mozzarella and cream cheese for 1 minute until melted. Add 1 egg to the melted cheese and stir. Create a well in the dry ingredients, then knead until a dough ball forms. Flatten into a disc, place between baking paper, and roll to 1/4-inch thickness. Remove the top layer of baking paper.
    2.
    Transfer the crust to a 9-inch pie dish and prick the base with a fork. Prebake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool completely before adding the filling.
    3.
    Separate 2 eggs, reserving the whites for the meringue. Juice 2 large lemons. In a double boiler, combine the remaining 2 whole eggs, 2 yolks, lemon juice, and erythritol. Whisk well.
    4.
    Place the double boiler over low heat and simmer the mixture. Add butter and stir until melted and thickened to a custard-like consistency, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and strain through a sieve into a bowl.
    5.
    While the crust cools, prepare the meringue. In a stand mixer, beat the reserved egg whites until frothy. Gradually add powdered erythritol, cream of tartar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. For a larger meringue, increase to 4 egg whites.
    6.
    Preheat oven to 3500F/ 1800C. Spread lemon curd into the cooled pie crust, about 2/3 full. Spoon meringue over the pie, creating peaks with a spoon or spatula, completely covering the lemon curd. Bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crisp.