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Orange Meringue Pie

Zesty Orange Meringue Pie with Fluffy Topping Delight

This Orange Meringue Pie combines a flaky crust with vibrant orange curd and fluffy meringue, creating a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 batch Pie Crust Dough Prepare in advance; can be kept refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.
For the Orange Curd
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar None needed.
  • 3 tablespoons Cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot or tapioca starch.
  • ¼ teaspoon Table Salt Leave out if using salted butter.
  • cups Orange Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor; can use store-bought juice.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Keep egg whites for meringue.
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if unsalted is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Zest Use zest from the same oranges as the juice.
For the Meringue Topping
  • 4 large Egg Whites Fresh is best for volume.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar None needed.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • heatproof bowl
  • hand mixer
  • medium saucepan
  • Kitchen Torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Orange Meringue Pie
  1. Prepare the Pie Crust by rolling out your chilled pie crust dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan, piercing the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), then blind-bake the crust by covering it with foil and filling it with weights. Bake for 15 minutes, remove the foil, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Make Swiss Meringue by whisking the egg whites and granulated sugar in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until the sugar dissolves and reaches 160°F (70°C). Beat until stiff, glossy peaks form, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Prepare Orange Curd Filling by whisking granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Gradually add orange juice, cooking over medium heat until thick and bubbly, about 7-10 minutes. Temper the egg yolks and return to heat, cooking another 2-3 minutes. Add butter and orange zest until combined.
  4. Assemble the Pie by pouring the orange curd filling into the baked pie crust while hot. Spread meringue over, sealing the edges to avoid shrinking, and create decorative peaks.
  5. Toast Meringue using a kitchen torch or broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool on a wire rack for 1-2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, serve Orange Meringue Pie right after preparation when it’s fresh and fluffy.

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