Lemon Meringue Bars Recipe (Page 2 ) | March 8, 2025

Prepare the Crust:

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

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Make the Lemon Filling:

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, cornstarch, and water.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.

Once thickened, remove from heat and pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust.

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Prepare the Meringue:

In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy.

Add the cream of tartar and continue to beat until soft peaks form.

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Gradually add the granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form and the sugar is dissolved.

Beat in the vanilla extract.

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