Description
Sweet and tangy Creamy Lemon Pie brings zesty sunshine to dessert tables with its silky smooth filling and buttery graham cracker crust. Guests will crave each refreshing slice that balances delicate citrus notes with rich, velvety textures.
Ingredients
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Crust Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups (113 grams) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2–4 tablespoons ice water
Filling Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces or 397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 0.5 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Lemon zest (optional)
- Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a moderate 350°F, creating the ideal temperature for a delicate pie setting.
- Combine condensed milk, vibrant egg yolks, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and fragrant zest in a mixing bowl, whisking until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Carefully transfer the luminous lemon filling into the prepared pie crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, watching for a gentle set and subtle firmness in the filling.
- Carefully extract the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature, enabling the filling to stabilize and develop its rich texture.
- Transfer the cooled pie to the refrigerator and chill for a minimum of 3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the filling to achieve a perfect, creamy consistency.
- Just before serving, crown the chilled pie with a generous layer of billowy whipped cream, adding a light and airy finishing touch to this zesty dessert.
Notes
- Zest lemons carefully to avoid bitter white pith, using only the bright yellow outer layer for maximum citrusy flavor.
- Try graham cracker or shortbread crust variations to customize the pie’s base and texture.
- Chill the pie thoroughly to ensure the filling sets perfectly and develops a rich, creamy consistency.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat sweetened condensed milk and use a reduced-fat graham cracker crust option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg