Lemon Meringue Pie (No Weepy Meringue, No Runny Filling!)

This classic lemon meringue pie recipe yields a perfectly set filling and billowy meringue that won't weep--every single time! It's made 100% from scratch with just 10 ingredients.
Note that it’s topped with a SWISS meringue that I accidentally refer to as “Italian” (don’t ask me why, I’m very aware of the differences and prefer Swiss to Italian so I just don’t know where my brain was).
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Ingredients
Pie Crust
1 pie dough (click the link to use my recommended homemade recipe): • Secret Ingredient Pie ...
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
Lemon Filling
1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
⅓ cup cornstarch
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
5 egg yolks (save the whites for the meringue!)
1 Tablespoon lemon zest
1 ¼ cup water
3 Tablespoons salted butter
Meringue
⅔ cup granulated sugar (133g)
¾ teaspoon cream of tartar
⅛ teaspoon salt
5 large egg whites
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
See recipe link for full instructions.
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[@freddyfromfrome8883]

Made this pie for a friend's dinner party. Never made one in my life before and it was a great success. Thank you for this great recipe 🍋🍋🍋🍋

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad it was such a hit! :)

[@janbudden3633]

I made this last night and it is all you said! I have never had a meringue turn out this good and the flavor is fabulous! Just the right amount of tartness to the filling as well. I will be making this again! Thank you for your research!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much! :)

[@suepowell4933]

Meringue is so amazing! Shiny, silky, great flavor. I made rows of peaks with spoon, so pretty as they fold over.

[@cold_patootie]

I made this yesterday and everyone said it was the BEST lemon meringue pie they’ve ever had. Will definitely be saving this recipe!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it so much! :)

[@louisewarren6472]

This young lady never fails!!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@patriciasharpe1251]

You sold me on this dessert, it came out beautiful, I was so proud to serve this "mile high lemon meringue pie. Thank you, it was so delicious 😋

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm so glad it was such a hit! :)

[@ncoutdooradventures6148]

Sam,, I love that you take the time to "test and perfect" your recipes to offer the absolute best recipe there is... BUT... I, myself, would really like to see your "testing and perfecting " method! How do you know how much of what to "fix" a recipe? I'd really like to see the process!

[@juliabel2]

Wow! Making this for my family now. Really excited about making "Italian Merengue". Have always made "French Merengue " with varying results. This is a wonderful alternative.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! 😊😊

[@DunnNotDone]

I found you when i used your cheesecake recipe and was amazed by it. Just put my pie into the oven to darken the peaks. Im really excited to try this once it's finished. I'm sure it'll come out just as good as the cheesecake did!!👍👍👍👍

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so glad you enjoyed the cheesecake so much! I hope this one is just as much of a hit! 😊

[@kathyrama4570]

Have never seen a recipe for Lemon Meringue Pie that the eggs aren't tempered. Love Lemon pie, thanx Girl!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hate tempering eggs 😉

[@astroflyinsights]

Outstanding, excellent recipe and well explained. Thank you!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@crystaldawn8875]

I'm gonna crank up The Lemon Song by Led Zeppelin when I try making this😂🎉 🍋 🍋 🍋

[@Jen0714]

Excellent choice! ✌️ 🎶

[@christinebrown9343]

This pie looks so tasty, I always wanted to make one but I didn't think I could but I love the way that you take your time, you make it so easy thank you for your delicious and easy recipes I've made a lot of them

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed everything so much! I hope you love this one too! 😊

[@traceywill6650]

By far, hands down, the absolute best lemon meringue pie I have ever made and absolutely zero weeping whatsoever

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much! :)

[@Kyle496]

Between you, claire, and preppy kitchen I dunno if I'll ever lose weight.

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣🤣🤣 At least you’ll be eating tasty food! 😊

[@Michelle-Gx3jq]

Lemon meringue pie is my absolute favorite, and that looks deeeelicious❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love this one! 🥰

[@keresimcpherson1270]

I must try this recipe I like the way you are doing telling us how to make it. It sounds so simple.Thank you

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@prayeropensdoor1050]

I too have never had a merengue turn out discouraging me from make lemon pie. You’ve inspired me to try this recipe. Thank you , ❤️ from 🇨🇦

[@lemontart3219]

Great tutorial. I was glad to see you scrape out the filling and the meringue from the bowl. I heard a chef (I can't remember his name.) to treat that bowl like it was your Christmas bonus. It made me laugh, but I always scrape the bowl clean since then.

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 That's good advice! :)

[@nicole6390]

I've tried my Granny's recipe for YEARS! It was my absolute favorite, and I never got to perfect it before she was gone. It is literally THE ONLY thing I can't get right. Her recipe uses flour though, my filling is always runny. I am going to try this one, hopefully it tastes similar, I've never tasted one like hers 😅

[@Cre8tiveOne66]

Sugar Spun, could you please do a video on answering baking questions from your viewers?

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

This looks really nice and delicious lemon 🍋 meringue pie.😋

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you 😋

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

@@SugarSpunRun no worries

[@erno9248]

Thanks for the recipe...

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

This is my mum favourite dessert 😊

[@luxithegoose4682]

I love lemon meringue pie especially when it reminds me of your lemon cake video.

[@Cookathome.Christina]

Lemon desserts are the best 🤤🤤 This looks incredible 😋😍

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@jasminecarrillo2000]

Omg! Yay! Finally the pie I was waiting for 🤤 def gonna give it a try!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@patgiesler1553]

LOVE Lemon meringue pie.

[@SugarSpunRun]

It's sooo good! :)

[@sangeetarasmairashoi5168]

Very nice beautiful recipe ❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks a lot!

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

I thought just let u know yesterday I baked one of your oldest videos classic vanilla cake and it tasted really good 😊😋

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

@@SugarSpunRun yes I did

[@ivaleeweather]

I have been doing my pie filling in the microwave. 2 minutes at a time, remove and stir after every 2 minutes 6 minutes and it’s done. No standing and stirring, stirring. Give it a good stirring after the 6 minutes and pour in pie shell.

[@Susan-cooks]

I adore lemon meringue pie! This looks delicious. Sadly I'll probably skip this one because I'm the only one in my house that eats it and I would definitely eat the entire pie alone. Gluttony isn't an attractive trait 😂

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 I say treat yourself! :)

[@paulstrand2914]

Tried your recipe. I screwed up. I’ve made lemon meringue pie in the past. Most turned out okay, but this time I whisked as you instructed. The egg mix burned into the corners of the sauce pan. The meringue was extra lumpy too. Apparently, the whisk fails to reach the corners. Need to solve that problem, and get back at your recipe again.

[@francesmorgan6397]

I love lemon pie this is a great recipe I will try

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hope you enjoy

[@francesmorgan6397]

@@SugarSpunRun it will b on my Thanksgiving n Christmas ⛄🎁 dessert table

[@JimboJones99]

Looks amazing. Well done 👍

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! 😊

[@susanhammitt7080]

I think lemon meringue pie is my favorite pie. I love how refreshing it is. It just seems lighter than many others. Although French Silk is also up there. But my husband is not so fond of lemon. I look forward to trying this.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Please let me know how you like it! 💛

[@glorianathan9692]

THANK U SOOOOOO MUCHHHHHHHH FOR SHARING WITH US REALLY APPRECIATE IT MAY GOD'S FAVOR BE UPON U AND HIS BLESSINGS UPON UR BAKING BUSINESS AMEN ONCE AGAIN THANK U GOD BLESS (SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦)

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you!!

[@debjarvie-sexton1609]

I love lemon merange pie. I double the merange with merange powder...

[@MITCHELLE-iq4yf]

great I just needed your recipe thank you

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome! I hope you love it! 😊

[@albertaspaulding4242]

Loved it

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@riplante]

excellent pie thanks

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! :)

[@garygilbreath2218]

Looks great and I love the taste of lemon. Why do you add the vanilla extract after whipping the egg whites, why not add before whipping? This will be my first pie of any kind, wish me luck! I love your channel.

[@SugarSpunRun]

The egg whites won't whip quite as nicely/easily if you add the vanilla before whipping. :)

[@LetiziaLisa]

You say to freeze pie crust. Do you then bake it frozen?

[@casseyjohnson8859]

Can you substitute Potatoe starch for the corn starch??? If so, do you have any pointers to help? I have never made a pie before in my life.

[@debjarvie-sexton1609]

You can also do lime or orange...

[@autumnsky8647]

Thank you so much!

[@lisarichard1114]

I need a peace 😂😂😂 look amazing

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

Nom! I can't wait to make this!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're going to love it! :)

[@shiningcomet]

You made me hungry 😅

[@mimaberry]

Does the lemon filling stay firm and not weepy when stored in the fridge? I have a recipe that I make at Thanksgiving time and my filling always gets watery after a few days. The only thickener in my recipe is cornstarch. Is it the egg yolks that keeps it from getting watery?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have successfully stored this pie in the fridge for several days without weeping. The trick here is we are using a swiss meringue topping, where most recipes use a french meringue topping. I cover lots of tips on how to prevent weeping/causes of weeping in my blog post. I did try to go over lots of them in the video, but there are just so many. :) sugarspunrun.com/lemon-meringue-pie/

[@MrIowahawks77]

Can you make a banana cream cheesecake?

[@debradelarue9717]

Look s wonderful......

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! 😊

[@sarahboyd9096]

So your are cooking your meringue, can you use a kitchen torch on this instead of cooking them in the stove

[@tonietchison1730]

Yes I do!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

💜

[@shiningcomet]

Hi ☺️ thanks for this video I just wonder how the lemon pie that you hated as a kid was runny , have like a puddle between the crust and the meringue When we make the lemon filling with all that egg yolks and corn starch how it would end up runny ? Also the meringue once we beat the whites it's stif peaks so how would it be soggy ?

[@catswambo9706]

I have often come across pies like that. They do exist unfortunately

[@mackenziebree949]

How do I get this recipe to print?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I always make sure to leave them in the description but here it is for you. 😊 there’s a print recipe button on the page. sugarspunrun.com/lemon-meringue-pie/

[@mackenziebree949]

Thank you so much!!

[@SuperWoodyboy]

Meringue is supposed to be cooked at a LOWER temperature ...325 degrees Need tom add corn startch to the meringue to prevent weeping! Only way to cut meringue is with a HOT WET KNIFE

[@SugarSpunRun]

That’s if you’re cooking meringue on its own, like as cookies or pavlova, not necessarily the topping for a pie. A higher temperature for shorter duration is ideal here. Cornstarch could be used, and can even be helpful in a humid climate, but in my testing none of us preferred the results made with cornstarch. I hope that helps! :)

[@robertknight4672]

I've always liked lemon meringue by even the ones with the undesirable characteristics

[@haseebmalik1809]

thanks 👍

[@SugarSpunRun]

Enjoy! :)

[@NormaHF]

I st3iwn mine prior to cooking it before putting the lemon zest in..

[@LauraBadolato]

Hi Sam how are you I’m Laura I’m going to make this pue❤

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hope you enjoy!

[@travelswithdebbierandy]

It is the BEST Lemon Merengue pie. Not quick, but well worth it, even to the crust. I substituted sour cream for my homemade kefir.

[@ibnkhaldoun4319]

i usually make lemon chiffon pie, it's a gelatin based pie with similar ingredients but no meringue layer problems! i want to be able to make one of these without weepy meringue. maybe this breaks the cycle. all my past tries turned into lemon flavored puddles :(

[@SugarSpunRun]

I do hope this helps! No weeping (from you or the pie!) with this one!

[@117Pinkyflower]

You need to give us some tutorials on pie crimps. Mine never look pretty.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Have you seen my pie crust video? That may be helpful! Secret Ingredient Pie Crust kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKm1e6Wne797ms0

[@50hellkat2]

Swiss Meringue? yes?

[@thamarhoen8943]

Looks delicious 😋 you made Swiss meringue, not Italian. But what matters is that it tastes scrumptious, right.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re absolutely right, I added a note below the video. I have no idea why I called it Italian, I was very aware it was Swiss, just had a brain malfunction 🥴

[@yumyum8331]

I hope u make a rainbow cake soon! 😊🌈

[@debbiebangs]

❤

[@dailyvacationmusic]

13:25 no pun 😅 in the long run, it is more fussy and more prone to weeping!!!! 😂

[@CarolynnScoffield]

In my experience, refrigerating the lemon meringue pie causes the meringue to weep!

[@SugarSpunRun]

It definitely adds to the issue, which is frustrating as refrigeration is necessary.

[@jpatpat9360]

I absolutely hate uncooked egg white meringue!!! I put less on top and cook for longer at a lower temperature to give a more golden crunchy top.

[@twintwo2299]

Before slicing the pie , put your knife in a glass of hot water, wipe off and then cut the slice ..

[@pwhohph]

I love your peaks ❤

[@Mesco-yw9gi]

You seem to say "Don't zest your lemon too deep". If you hold your lemon and then zest it from the top, you will be able to see exactly how much zest you took off. The way you're doing it now, is basicly Guessing as compaired to knowing. Give it a try and see if it works better for you. Cheers.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I just have better leverage this way and can zest more efficiently 😅

[@pennyeye72]

Well I had high hopes that I would be successful with this but unlike everyone else, the meringue didn't work for me...sigh.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear this! What went wrong? I do link to my blog post that has a bit more troubleshooting tips in it. Sometimes I don't get notifications when I get a reply to a reply on KZbin so I'm sorry if I miss it. Hopefully the website can help fix it. :)

[@pennyeye72]

@@SugarSpunRun I'm a disaster in the kitchen...and I don't know why I try as only 1 out of every 10 recipes work for me and I end up feeling bad that I've wasted money buying new ingredients. Actually the meringue seemed quite good until I added the vanilla....just couldn't get those same stiff peaks after that...almost seemed to separate a bit.

[@Lisa_Isom]

Now I know why the stand mixer is ... Blue 😭😭😭

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣🤣🤣

[@birnurkara2324]

Ne kadar çok luzumsuz konuşuyorsun.

[@malaroya8417]

Isn’t that SWISS Meringue and NOT Italian, where you heat up the sugar and slowly drizzle it in while whipping the egg whites?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes, it is a Swiss meringue, do I not say that in the video?

[@malaroya8417]

You said ‘Italian meringue’. Check @ 13:15

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yup, you’re absolutely right. It’s Swiss, I have no idea why I said that 🥴

[@slegarth]

Every year I struggle with meringue, and this is the first time I’ve been able to make a successful meringue! Thank you so much! It was a few more steps, but way easier!

[@Faffisbarnbarn]

Mind your hair!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I don’t mind my hair. I actually really like it.

[@Faffisbarnbarn]

But not in the food?

[@SugarSpunRun]

@Faffisbarnbarn there’s no hair in the food

[@licox2000]

Next time I make a pie I'm definitely using your meringue recipe. I hate a weepy pie also, but my sister and I have always used our mom's recipe. Love all your recipes.

[@ronrickel5066]

I have previously tried 3 pies (different recipe) and in each case the filling has not set up properly and remained runny. I am anxious to try your recipe soon! Do you recommend adjusting anything given that I live at an elevation of 7,200 feet? Thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope this one goes well for you! Unfortunately I don't have much experience with high altitude baking so I can't really offer any advice. Hopefully someone else can chime in with some advice. :)

[@annadarchi6214]

Made this lemon pie for the first time it turned out amazing.. Your recipe was very specific with all the details. Thank you so much❤😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@mauriceapartridge8496]

This is my husband's favorite pie. I always struggle to get it just right so I will definitely give this one a try. Thank you so much for sharing 😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

Of course! Please let me know how you like it!

[@mauriceapartridge8496]

@@SugarSpunRun I sure will

[@valerieslater-t1v]

I just made this to your exact measurements and it has turned out absolutely beautiful, I wish I could show you how gorgeous it looks, the peaks are SOOO high, and lightly browned and the filling is tart and delicious, the pastry perfecto !!! Thanks so much, hopefully it wont weep (thats if there is any left later on)

[@SugarSpunRun]

That is so awesome to hear! I'm so glad you enjoyed it so much! :) If you have an instagram you can tag me @sugarspun_sam

[@consuelolucero1928]

I love lemon desserts but kept failing with lemon meringue pie, weeping meringue!! I think you've got the solution to my years of frustration! I'll follow your instructions and let you know how it works out. I appreciate your thorough explanations!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@Macdaddy1981]

How can I see this recipe? Please anybody??

[@SugarSpunRun]

I always try to put the full recipe as well as a link to the recipe on my website in the description. :) sugarspunrun.com/lemon-meringue-pie/

[@mariadelosangelescampos5195]

Great video but you did a Swiss Meringue not an Italian.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes, this is discussed in the description ☺️

[@souzanyounes6400]

Hello I love all your recipes please can you make strawberries filling for cakes and blueberries filling too🙏❤️

[@SugarSpunRun]

I do have a strawberry filling in my strawberry cake. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/on6vk5uka9N0eJosi=wqyWhqXNMTwM4TUq

[@sweetea7035]

What kind of mixer is that with double whisks?

[@ivaleeweather]

Does your pie plate not break coming from freezer to hot oven?

[@marcoddy6812]

Loved you in Sabrina the Teenage Witch

[@muykytang9460]

My family loves it taste very good ❤❤❤❤👩🏻‍❤️‍💋‍👨🏻👩🏻‍❤️‍💋‍👨🏻👨‍👩‍👧‍👧🤙🤙 thanks for sharing 😘😘😘😘

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome! 😊

[@scrane5500]

Love lemon anything and especially pie! Going to try this with some Just Egg and some AquaFaba for the meringue as I have a family history of Cancer and need to avoid the choline in real eggs. Thanks for posting

[@SugarSpunRun]

Please let me know how it turns out with the substitutes, I hope you love it! 💛

[@LovesDachshunds-vp4gf]

Thank you for this greatly researched, luscious recipe for Lemon Meringue Pie. I can't wait to try this pie, since I lost my beloved mother's recipe for this pie. Your channel is amazing!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! I hope you love this one! I hope it’s everything you remember. 😊

[@natalialopes719]

Oh, I am going to try it for sure. I don’t like all that weepy stuff that happens.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

My family loved it and it tasted really nice ❤

[@maxleo8709]

Gorgeus cake! That lemon filling looks so sliky ... ! The meringue is Swiss meringue. Italian meringue is made with syrup, but what matters is that pie turns out delicious. Thanks for sharing. Regards!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re totally right about the meringue, I realized I misspoke after publishing the video 🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️ and can’t believe I did (I swear I know the difference 😂😭)! I hope you love the pie!!

[@maxleo8709]

@@SugarSpunRun Of course I do, dear Sam! The pie is abdolutely gorgeous. And, honestly, I prefer this meringue to the Italian one because it's much easier to turn out right. Thanks for sharing this piece of art. ❤

[@zuggazz]

Thank you so much, did this recipe this weekend (not the cust) it was wonderful, I did slack on making the syrup with the sugar and just added in small batches. You are great 😘

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@zuggazz]

@@SugarSpunRun the whole family enjoyed it. Thanks

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

I love trying your recipe 😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thanks so much 😊

[@abdulahmed-hg9cx]

@@SugarSpunRun you’re welcome anytime

[@Rickcas323]

How do you feel about adding Cardamom to the Meringue ingredients?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Personally I wouldn’t but that’s just my preference, you can certainly tweak to your liking :)