By Wendy Stoltz, Gusti Ayu Wahyuni Mertawati / Last Modified On February 20, 2023

Rich, creamy lemon filling in a homemade flaky pastry pie crust, then topped with meringue, makes a delicious gluten-free lemon meringue pie. The blend of sweet and tart is amazing! It is perfect for all occasions, especially family get-togethers when you want something a little fancier.

Here's another golden, flaky gluten-free pie crust that is simple to make and perfect for making gluten-free pies. You must try this sweet and with a touch of tang gluten-free key lime pie or this gluten-free lemon layered cake filled with lemon curd and covered in a smooth, creamy lemon buttercream frosting.

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Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe

This pie is so popular all year round thanks to the abundance of lemons. We love making it all the time.

Right from the crust to the lemon filling and topped off with the meringue, this pie is always so, so good. Don't feel intimidated by making the meringue on top, it is simple once you know how. Follow my step-by-step directions for success.

This is a recipe I have on hand all the time. It is asked for at family gatherings, and no other family member is allowed to make it but me.

Why You’re Going to Love This Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

Classic pie for all occasions - It is a classic pie recipe that everyone loves. It is often featured on Mother's Day, Easter, and special celebrations.

Looks good - You can make it look good to impress. Use a kitchen torch to make a pretty pattern on top.

Easy to make - It really is a simple recipe to make and so well-loved!

Ingredients in Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

Pie Crust Ingredients

Flour - 1 ¾ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour + more for dusting

Sugar - 2 tbsp. powdered sugar

Salt - ¼ tsp salt

Butter - ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

Egg - 1 egg yolk, beaten

Water - 2-4 tbsp. cold water

Filling Ingredients

Eggs - 3 large egg yolks

Sugar - 1 ⅓ cup fine granulated sugar

Water - 1 ¼ cups water

Lemon - ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice and 2 tsp freshly grated lemon peel

Cornstarch - ⅓ cup cornstarch

Salt - ¼ tsp salt

Butter - 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Meringue Ingredients

Sugar - ⅓ cup granulated sugar

Lemon - 1 tbsp lemon juice

Egg - 3 large egg whites

Equipment Needed for This Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

7-inch pie pan - I like to use a 7-inch pie pan for a GF lemon meringue pie.

Mixing bowls - These Pyrex mixing bowls are useful for baking.

Handheld mixer - I like this hand-mixer. Choose one that's got enough power and speed to whip the meringue.

Kitchen torch - The kitchen torch is optional but so worth getting for other desserts.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free lemon meringue pie, please leave a comment and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

How to Make Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

Making The Pie Crust:

Preheat oven to 375F, and lightly grease a 7-inch pie pan with softened butter.
In a large mixing bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
Add the butter and using a fork, mix until it is crumbly, then add the egg yolk.
Add cold water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing with a spoon until you get a dough that holds together. Just see if the dough is already a bit moist, and easy to form, so stop to add the water. I’m using 2 tbsp of water.
When the dough is ready, then roll out the dough between two pieces of parchment paper until the dough is slightly larger than your pie pan (around 8 - 8.5 inches).
Place the dough on the pie pan by removing the top parchment paper and flipping it. Remove the other parchment paper and shape it according to the pie pan. Make some holes using a fork on it.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is firm and the edges are golden brown. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool.

Making The Filling:

In a large mixing bowl, mix egg yolks and sugar, and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
Pour in the water, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt. Mix again until incorporated.
Strain the mixture into the small pan then cook with medium to low heat until it becomes thick. Stir constantly with a whisk.
Add the grated lemon peel and cook for a moment. Remove from the heat and stir in butter until incorporated. Pour filling into the crust.

Making The Meringue:

In a large mixing bowl, beat egg whites and lemon juice with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
Spoon meringue onto the hot filling. Make sure all the filling is covered.
Bake for 15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown. Torch it to make any detail if you want. Cool on a cooling rack for 30 minutes.
Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in gluten-free lemon meringue pie, please see the complete recipe below.

Tips for Making the Best Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

Don't overmix the meringue - The meringue is then at risk of collapsing if you overmix the ingredients.
Stir the filling - With the filling, ensure you stir it all the time so it doesn't burn.
Roll the pie dough - Roll the pie dough between two pieces of parchment paper.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Store Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie?

Store the gluten-free lemon meringue pie in the refrigerator for 4 days. Store it in an airtight container.

Can I Freeze Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie?

I would not suggest freezing this gluten-free lemon meringue pie recipe.

Can You Make This Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie Ahead of Time?

I would suggest you make the pie crust and lemon filling a couple of days in advance if you need to. Then assemble the pie on the day you want to enjoy it. You can even make it a day ahead of time.

What Substitutions / Replacements Can I Make in This Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie?

Pie crust - You can use a store-bought pie crust if you are short on time.

Lemon curd - You can use lemon curd instead of the pie filling. I have a suggested recipe below or you can buy a gluten-free one from the store.

How Do You Make Lemon Curd?

Lemon curd is different from the gluten-free lemon meringue pie filling in this recipe. This lemon curd recipe is easy to make and if you prefer a lemon curd center, try it out.

Yield: 8 servings

Gluten-Free Lemon Meringue Pie

Rich, creamy lemon filling in a homemade flaky pastry pie crust, then topped with meringue, makes a delicious gluten-free lemon meringue pie. The blend of sweet and tart is amazing!

Prep Time 2 hours

Cook Time 1 hour

Additional Time 2 hours

Total Time 5 hours