Grandma’s Cocoa Meringue Pie

Meringue pies gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, and now they are considered a classic American dessert.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Grandma’s Cocoa Meringue Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Pie Crust
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• ¹⁄₄ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
• ¹⁄₄ cup All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted Butter
• 4 large Egg Yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 ¹⁄₄ cup Milk
• 4 large Egg Whites
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Cream of Tartar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the pie crust, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Pour the mixture into the partially baked pie crust.
5. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
6. Spread the meringue over the pie filling, sealing it to the edges of the crust.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
8. Allow the pie to cool for 1 hour before serving.
9. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 28g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.