Ingredients:

  • For the crust:
    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (as a substitute for half of the butter)
    • 4 to 6 tablespoons ice water
  • For the lemon filling:
    • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/4 cup cornstarch
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 1/2 cups water
    • 4 large egg yolks
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • For the meringue:
    • 4 large egg whites
    • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the crust:
    • Follow the instructions as mentioned in the previous recipe for making the crust. Replace half of the butter with unsweetened applesauce to reduce the fat content.
  2. Prepare the lemon filling:
    • Use the same ingredients and method as in the original recipe for making the lemon filling.
  3. Make the meringue:
    • Use the same ingredients and method as in the original recipe for making the meringue.
  4. Bake the pie:
    • Follow the baking instructions from the previous recipe.

Ingredients:

  • For the crust:
    • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (as a substitute for half of the butter)
    • 4 to 6 tablespoons ice water
  • For the lemon filling:
    • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/4 cup cornstarch
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 1/2 cups water
    • 4 large egg yolks
    • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
    • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • For the meringue:
    • 4 large egg whites
    • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
    • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the crust:
    • Follow the instructions as mentioned in the previous recipe for making the crust. Replace half of the butter with unsweetened applesauce to reduce the fat content.
  2. Prepare the lemon filling:
    • Use the same ingredients and method as in the original recipe for making the lemon filling.
  3. Make the meringue:
    • Use the same ingredients and method as in the original recipe for making the meringue.
  4. Bake the pie:
    • Follow the baking instructions from the previous recipe.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Sugars: 27g
  • Protein: 5g

Smart WW Points:

  • Blue Plan: 8 SP
  • Green Plan: 8 SP
  • Purple Plan: 8 SP

Enjoy this lighter version of Homemade Lemon Meringue Pie with reduced SmartPoints, perfect for indulging in a delicious dessert without compromising on flavor!