Last time I made a lemon meringue pie, I may as well have been wearing blogging diapers. It was a time of average photography, linking without a recipe and even then, not much change to said recipe.
I am so glad things are different now, without a doubt! 😀
As you can see 😉
I often don’t do throwbacks. It is not my thing, I prefer to keep you guys updated with new recipes I have discovered because I feel like each time, if I can find the words, I can share a story!
But today is an exception. You know why? Because this dessert is my daddy’s number #1 favourite piece of pie-licious indulgence. And it is tradition (except for last year when year 12 was in the way!), that I make this pie every year on his birthday.
He can eat the whole pie if he likes, after all, it’s his birthday.
Being such a special dessert to him, and therefore me. it goes without saying this recipe deserved a revamp, throwback and everything that I usually do not do 😀
Now, I would like to make one thing clear. I am very much a ‘daddy’s little girl’. To all those who think this is a stereotype from movies, where little girls are given everything they desire from their daddy, and it doesn’t really happen, STOP.
It does. I am living proof 🙂 – And I may be writing Daddy here, but in truth, I do call him Daddy… people are always so surprised though I don’t know why…
Words are for using no?
But because he is so generous, most importantly in how much love he shows everyone (Audience sign: Ngawwww), it puts me in a dilemma every year.
How are you supposed to compete with someone like that and show them you love them too? Especially on such a special day? Surely I am not the only one that has this issue? Do you all too?
All I can do is imagine what I would give to my Daddy if I was a superwoman style person.
- I would go back in time and find him a ship that looks exactly like the Unicorn from TinTin and he could sail the world in it (maybe even find Red Rackham’s treasure!)
- I would get him a seat on Apple, where he would give his ideas and be the first person consulted when new designs came out
- I would resurrect the library of Alexandria, and place a large armchair with reading light smack bang in the middle, so daddy could just… read
- I would investigate the ends of the world so daddy could have the ultimate photography opportunities
Ok I think I should stop now… I am heading to dangerous Doctor Who style territory and if you don’t stop me, I start recounting episodes 😛
Anyways though, for now, this lemon meringue pie is all I can give to you right now Daddy!
A yearly tradition, which, while may not be utterly magnificent on a global scale, is still kind of cool because it is our thing 😀
Happy Birthday Daddy! ❤ (that is a love heart, in case it does not show up!)
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Just before I let you all get to the recipe waiting below, I have a couple of things to announce (*ahem, look at the title… 😉 )
Can I get a drum roll please?
The random winners of the incredible giveaway taking you to the Cake, Bake & Sweets Show are…
Comment #13: Tracy from Baking Tray
&
Comment #15: Wenxi
Congratulations guys!!!
I still have not received the tickets, but once I do, I will be sending them to you guys asap!
Within this week, you must reply to the email I will be sending to you with your address, otherwise, unfortunately or fortunately (depending on perspective), I will give the tickets away to another winner!
I guess I shall be seeing you there if you come on the 22nd of March 😀
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Enjoy!!
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This is absolutely lovely. I love traditions and think it’s cute you call him Daddy. My kids called my dad “Papa”, I think he loved it. xx
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This is my Grandfathers favorite pie, your dad definitely has good taste in pie!!! You pie looks OH MY DELISH!!! Hugs, Terra
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Well it sounds like your father deserves this pie! (Especially now that you are out of your blogging diapers 😉 )
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Your dad is a lucky guy! This is a delicious looking pie.
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This pie looks amazing! I simply need a slice of it right now. The weather locally has been so hot, and this is sure to cool me down.
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Happy (belated) birthday to your dad!! What a treat for him to get this gorgeous pie!! The browning on top looks perfect! I love going through my old blog posts from time to time and reading how my voice/photos have evolved!! Some of my pictures make me shudder hahaha.
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Oh, I love this pie! Looks so tasty on pics!
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You’re such a sweet daughter Uru! 🙂
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Happy Birthday to your Dad! This is so lusciously lemony yummy! Thanks for coming by to see us. Hope all is well ~ Sharon and Denise
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Happy B’day to your Dad! What an awesome way to enjoy the day with lovely lemon meringue pie!
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What a great tribute to your dad! I am also a Daddy’s Girl (and also call him daddy) 🙂
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How nice that you make a special pie for your Daddy’s birthday, and a belated very happy bd for your dad from Canada! I love how tall the meringue is and the lovely tips that are just slightly browned look very appetizing.
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Such a beautiful pie! Full of sunshine! Happy Birthday to your Daddy! I call mine that too. 🙂
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Aww, your daddy is such a lucky guy to have a sweet (literally!) daughter like you. That pie looks like it would be worth again and again, so I’m glad you indulged him for his birthday!
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Beautiful pie! My dad’s favorite was always bread pudding!
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I haven’t had a lemon meringue pie in years! This looks really yummy and perfect for a special birthday.
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That’s a terrific looking lemon meringue pie. Gorgeous! That’s one of my most favourite desserts. Love the height of the meringue xx
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G’day! Your pie looks wonderful and GREAT photos too!
Cheers! Joanne
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that is one beautiful lemon meringue pie! you are such an amazing daughter! looks absolutely wonderful!
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Happy Birthday to your dad!!!
He must be proud being a super baker… definitely not a nappy-blogger :p
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What a beautiful pie and tribute for your Dad’s birthday, Uru. Thank you so much for sharing…
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I’m sure your father was thrilled with his birthday pie…it looks great. It is one of my favorites as well.
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I would love to have this whole pie! Looks gorgeous….
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Gorgoeus pie and gorgeous pics too!I’m drooling just looking at them 🙂
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Hi Uru! Beautiful pie! Would love to have a bite of that meringue pie.. yum! And the top is so gorgeously browned too!
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The lemon pie looks beautiful and so luscious. I have never made one and your post has inspired me to do that asap.
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Your lemon meringue is so beautiful!! It’s one of my favorite pies.
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Splendid and I love the tangy lemon filling; also the meringue on top.
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Your dad and I… Should compete against each other in a food eating competition! 😉
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I love lemon meringue pie, but never made on…shame on me…after seeing your post I must give this a try…looks beautiful and delicious.
Have a great week Uru 😀
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I can absolutely see why this is daddy’s favorite–it’s amazing, Uru!!
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Oh my goodness, this looks SO awesome! It is afternoon tea/snack time here and now I’ve craving a big slice of this!
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Gorgeous pie!
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LOL, I just went back to read my first post ever! No kidding about the average photography, etc! I have a lemon meringue pie that needs a do-over, too! But I don’t think it can be any better than yours!!!
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This looks delicious! Gorgeous photography 😉
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Awww, what a wonderful birthday surprise for your father. He’s a special man to have raised you. 🙂
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What a beautiful lemon meringue pie and a very sweet post! Your Daddy must be so proud of you.
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My husband and I love this type of pie! We could eat the whole pan!
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Awwww you are so sweet! What a DELICIOUS looking pie! Your daddy is lucky to have you 🙂
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That meringue looks so fluffy! Lucky dad to have such a beautiful pie 🙂
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This is a beautiful pie, and I can’t wait to bake this one for myself–and my own dad. My dad is in his 80s and has quite a sweet tooth, and I love to bake for him. You’ve inspired me with this one, CCU. I love your relationship with your daddy, and that you call him daddy, is so sweet. You just go on being daddy’s little girl. 🙂
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I love that you’re Daddy’s Little Girl, I wouldn’t expect anything less from you, CCU! My dad’s favorite pie was Lemon Meringue too!! I think that’s the perfect gift!!xx
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a love lemon meringue tarts but i like making them mini ones! oh and a squeeze of lime too!
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I have to admit, the meringue pie is a highly requested birthday cake in my family. Your Dad is very wise!
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Yours is one of the best looking pie I have seen in a loooong time!! Just yummm! Congratulations to the winner 🙂
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Gorgeous lemon meringue pie! Happy birthday to your dad!
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Great looking pie and how lucky your dad is!!! 🙂
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Ah, you’re bringing back old memories. My mother used to make that pie & it was awesome (but I remember it as being a lot of work.)
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I’m a daddy’s (except I call my daddy Pops) girl, too – I think we are very lucky indeed! Happy birthday to yours – – this pie is a magnificent way to celebrate a very important day.
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Hellooo Uru!!! 😀 Congratulations on your brand spankin new website! It looks great and I have just subscribed 😉
Well now. This pie looks like a little of sunlit heaven. Girl oh girl could I go for a piece….a very big piece xD
Lemon meringue is a favorite in my house…Mmmm it just reminds me of summer and all that warm weather goodness :,) …thank God the snow is finally melting here!
Toodles,
Tammy<3
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Some times you just can’t mess with tradition and you have to give daddy what he wants.
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Awww I think your photos have always been great 🙂 And the recipes are even better!
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Haha that is the sweetest, thanks Daisy!! 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Happy Birthday to your dad! He’s SO lucky to have a great daughter like you. I love lemon meringue pie. I’d love to have a huge piece too. 😀
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So sweet that you make him this pie every year! It’s also my sister-in-law’s favorite pie so I’ve started making it for her too. I love that you made yours in a tart pan – so fancy and pretty!
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What a good daughter, you are! I’d eat that entire pie in seconds!
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What a lucky Daddy to have a daughter that would make him this yummy pie!!! It’s one of my favorites as well Uru. Hint Hint. 🙂
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Ok, so we must have some kind of mental connex because I have had key lime pie on my mind for weeks. I want to make it for my hubby, but am struggling to find a healthiER recipe (he’s training for a bike race and trying to watch his weight). So, I decided to ditch the whole gig and go for your recipe – it looks mahvelous, dahlink. Plus I’m dying to try out my new kitchen torch! xoxo
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awwwww how sweeet!!!! It’s so great how close you are to your dad!
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What a wonderful wish list for your father! And what a gorgeous pie you baked for him.
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I’m sure your daddy really appreciated this beautiful pie! A perfect lemon meringue!
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That pie looks amazeballs, Uru. I always forget how much I love lemon until I see something like this. Mmmm, pie. That reminds me, I totally have to make pie for Pi Day!
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you have one lucky daddy!
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How sweet, wonderful Daddy and adoring daughter. He is very lucky to have you and vice versa.The pie is beautiful, lemon meringue is one of my favorites also. A very Happy Birthday to your Daddy!
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Your lemon meringue pie looks sensational. I’m sure your dad loved it.
I know just what you mean about trying to gift something special to your dad in a way to also show your appreciation for all that he does for you. I always felt that way as well when my dad was with us. Now I feel that way with my husband. I try to find something and/or make something special to let him know how much I appreciate all that he does for me and our family.
I bet your dad loved this gift and especially the fact that you made it with love!
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A fantastic lemon meringue pie, Uru. And I love those beautiful shots too.
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YAYYYY! Can’t believe I won! Thank you!!! 😀
and your lemon meringue pie looks delicious!! Love the peaks of the meringue 🙂
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My pleasure Tracy, you should get the tickets, soon if you don’t already have them 😀
And thank you!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Gorgeous lemon meringue pie!!
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Lemon Meringue pie was always my favorite too, until I discovered Key Lime pie. If your father likes lemon meringue, I’ll bet he’ll go for key lime pie too. I think the gift of the library in Alexandria would be wonderful!
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This lemon meringue pie is making my mouth water. I love how big and beautiful those egg white peaks are. I am also a daddy’s girl and I think your dad is going to love your pie. Take care, BAM
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Then you understand exactly what I mean my friend 😀
Thank you!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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I love a good lemon meringue pie and this one looks so good!
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