Lemon Pie
A classic, tangy lemon filling nestled in a buttery, flaky pie crust. This Lemon Pie strikes the perfect balance of sweet and citrusy flavors, making it a timeless favorite the whole family will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop and Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 baked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon fine salt
1 cup water
2 large eggs, separated
½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Optional: powdered sugar for dusting or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Pre-bake a 9-inch pie crust according to package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe. Let it cool completely.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually stir in water until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
- Beat the egg yolks in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in about ½ cup of the hot sugar mixture to temper, then pour this mixture back into the saucepan, whisking continuously. Continue cooking for 1–2 minutes until glossy and thick.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter until melted and combined. Let the filling cool for about 10 minutes.
- Pour the lemon filling into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully chilled and set.
- Before serving, dust with powdered sugar or pipe whipped cream around the edges if desired.
Notes
Meringue topping variation: Beat 3 egg whites with ¾ cup sugar until stiff peaks form, spread over pie, and broil until golden.
Use a graham cracker or cookie crust for a different texture.
For a Key lime twist, use lime juice and zest instead of lemon.
Herbal twist: Add a teaspoon of chopped fresh basil or thyme.
To make it less sweet, reduce sugar by 1–2 tablespoons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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