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Lemon Ginger Meringue Pie Bars

2023-02-20 - Written by: Emma J. Thompson

dessert lemon ginger meringue bars

Lemon Ginger Meringue Pie Bars

A twist on the classic lemon meringue pie, these bars combine the brightness of lemon with the warmth of ginger in a buttery shortbread crust.

Lemon Ginger Meringue Pie Bars

Short Description

A twist on the classic lemon meringue pie, these bars combine the brightness of lemon with the warmth of ginger in a buttery shortbread crust.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Filling

  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Meringue

  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Add softened butter; beat until mixture forms a cohesive dough. Press into prepared pan.
  3. Bake crust for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely.
  4. Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and ginger. Melt butter in microwave-safe measuring cup; stir into egg yolk mixture.
  5. Pour filling over cooled crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until filling is set.
  6. Make meringue: In a clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar; continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  7. Spread meringue evenly over filling. Return to oven; bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

  • Allow bars to cool completely in pan before cutting into squares and serving.
  • Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.