✔ 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
✔ ½ teaspoon salt 🧂
✔ ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed) 🧈
✔ 4-5 tablespoons ice water 💧
For the Lemon Filling:
✔ 1 cup sugar 🍬
✔ ¼ cup cornstarch
✔ 1 cup water 💧
✔ 4 large egg yolks (reserve whites for meringue!) 🥚
✔ ½ cup 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 (helps stabilize the meringue)
✔ ½ cup sugar 🍬
✔ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
✅ Optional Add-ins:
🔹 Pinch of salt for a flavor boost
🔹 Extra zest for more lemony punch
🔹 Toasted coconut topping for a tropical twist! 🥥
