Key Lime Lemon Meringue Bars: The bars features a gingerbread crust, a creamy lime custard, a sweet lemon curd, and a fluffy cardamom and orange blossom meringue topping.
Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed gingerbread cookies, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until set. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Lime Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the key lime juice, fresh lime juice, lime zest, eggs, Greek yogurt, and sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Pour the custard mixture into the prepared crust. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the custard is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Lemon Curd: In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, water, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and cornstarch. Temper the egg mixture by slowly whisking in a small amount of the hot lemon mixture. Return the tempered egg mixture to the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, until thick and creamy. Remove from heat.
Prepare the Meringue: In a clean, dry bowl, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Beat in the cardamom and orange blossom water.
Assemble the Pie: Spread the lemon curd over the cooled lime custard.Top with the meringue. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown. Let cool completely before serving.