Zesty Lemon Meringue Pie

This classic Lemon Meringue Pie is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and fluffy! It features a buttery, flaky crust, a smooth, tart lemon filling, and a light, airy meringue topping.

Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
¼ teaspoon salt
2-4 tablespoons ice water
For the Lemon Filling:
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
¼ cup (30g) cornstarch
1 cup (240ml) water
4 large egg yolks (save the whites for meringue)
½ cup (120ml) fresh lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Meringue:
4 large egg whites
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
How to Make Lemon Meringue Pie
1. Prepare the Crust