National Lemon Meringue Pie Day

On August 15th, pie enthusiasts and lemon lovers alike will celebrate National Lemon Meringue Pie Day. In this delectable pie, tart lemon curd and delicate meringue blend together.

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The crust is usually made with a shortbread pastry when making a lemon meringue pie. Lemon curd is the pie's filling. Of course, the topping is a fluffy and crisp meringue.

To make a meringue, Whip egg whites to stiff peaks. To make it sweet, add sugar. Meringues are baked in a slow oven so when they're finished, they come out crisp and golden..

Since meringue is versatile, it can be turned into individual servings with fruit fillings. Pastry chefs also like to make meringue cookies. The light, airy cookies melt in your mouth whether you add cocoa, coffee, or any number of flavorings. The same applies to meringue pies.

In the 17th century, the meringue was invented. In the meantime, lemon meringue pie as we know it today was invented in the 19th century.

How to make national lemon meringue pie?

Be sure to join us on this commemoration as the first pie day in August. Invite someone to join you whether you bake a pie or go out for a pie. Pie is so much better when there is someone to share it with you. For some good discussion, try a cup of tea or coffee with it and some good chat. Try this Lemon Meringue Pie dish. Be sure to share your favorite recipes with us and hashtag #LemonMeringuePieDay to post on social media. We're sure to post on social media.