Luscious Lilikoi Chiffon Pie

Liliko'i is the Hawaiian name for passionfruit. This exquisite tropical fruit is the flavoring for a light and airy chiffon pie. Serve cold on a hot day.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 303 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• ⅓ cup white sugar
• 4 egg whites
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
• ¼ cup cold water
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
• ½ cup passion fruit juice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In the top of a double boiler, combine egg yolks, 1/3 cup sugar, salt and passion fruit juice. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Dissolve gelatin in cold water, then stir into yolks mixture until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in lemon zest. Remove from heat and allow to cool until slightly congealed.

Step 2

In a large glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 1 cup white sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

Step 3

Gently fold whites into yolk mixture until no streaks remain. Spoon into pie crust. Refrigerate for 2 hours, or until firm.