In the realm of culinary indulgences, the lemon pie stands tall as a timeless classic, captivating hearts and taste buds with its delectable harmony of tangy citrus and creamy sweetness. Its origins shrouded in the mists of time, this iconic dessert has undergone countless iterations, each adding unique layers of flavor and texture to its enduring legacy. From the classic American pie with its flaky crust and luscious lemon filling to the elegant French tarte au citron with its delicate pâte sucrée and silky lemon curd, the lemon pie continues to inspire and delight. In this culinary exploration, we embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind creating the perfect lemon pie, unraveling the intricacies of its ingredients, techniques, and variations.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
WORLD'S BEST LEMON PIE
Mother's pies were always so wonderful, with tender, flaky crusts. Through the year we enjoyed berry and apple pies, but in summer the order of the day was this lemon pie recipe-so light and refreshing! -Phyllis Kirsling, Junction City, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, flour and salt. Gradually stir in water. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Gradually stir 1 cup of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to saucepan. Bring to boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the butter, lemon juice and zest until smooth. Pour into pastry shell. In a bowl, beat egg whites and salt until stiff but not dry peaks are formed. Gradually beat in sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over pie, sealing edges to pastry. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until meringue is golden. Cool. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
EASY LEMON PIE
A short and easy recipe for lemon icebox pie.
Provided by Nancy D.
Categories Desserts Pies Custard and Cream Pie Recipes Lemon Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Prick pie shell with a fork and bake in preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until crust is lightly browned. Remove from oven and cool.
- In a medium mixing bowl blend egg yolks and condensed milk. Stir in lemon juice. Heat this mixture in a double boiler, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it thickens. Pour into piecrust and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 166.6 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
OLD FASHIONED LEMON PIE
This recipe came from a very old and dear friend, and it combines just the right amount of tartness and sweetness.
Provided by Pat
Categories Desserts Pies Custard and Cream Pie Recipes Meringue Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- To Make Lemon Filling: In a double boiler, combine cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Stir in water, mixing well. Cook until mixture is thickened, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
- Place egg yolks in a medium bowl and beat well. Slowly pour 1/2 cup of cornstarch mixture into egg yolks, whisking constantly.
- Pour egg yolk mixture back into cornstarch mixture in double boiler, continuing to whisk constantly. Return double boiler to heat and cook mixture 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Stir butter or margarine, lemon juice, and lemon rind into thickened mixture. Allow mixture to cool, then pour into pie shell.
- To Make Meringue: In a large metal or glass mixing bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Add 6 tablespoons sugar a little at a time, continuing to beat until all sugar is incorporated and whites are stiff. Spread meringue into pie shell, making sure to completely cover lemon filling.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, just until meringue is golden brown. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 84.4 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 219.4 mg, Sugar 35.4 g
CLASSIC LEMON PIE
This is the best lemon pie ever! It is always a hit. It is a family recipe that even those who do not like lemon pie, love. A must try!
Provided by ilovefour13
Categories Desserts Pies Custard and Cream Pie Recipes Lemon Pie Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine sugar, milk, butter, lemon juice, egg yolks, cornstarch, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let cool, about 30 minutes.
- Fold in sour cream; pour into the baked pie crust. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Beat egg whites, sugar, and cornstarch together in a bowl using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue on top of filling, right up to the edge of the crust.
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Broil in the preheated oven until meringue is lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.2 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 107.2 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 154.4 mg, Sugar 35.8 g
CREAMY LEMON PIE I
This lemony cream pie is quick and easy. It is a favorite of my family.
Provided by Becca Jones
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Squeeze juice from lemons into a medium mixing bowl. Stir in condensed milk and whipped topping. Pour into pie crust. Chill until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 243.4 mg, Sugar 48 g
EASY LEMON PIE
I've had this one-bowl lemon pie recipe for years. It's my twist on chocolate French silk pie, and it's uber easy to do with refrigerated pie pastry. -Glenna Tooman, Boise, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a bowl, mix sugar and flour until blended. Whisk in eggs, corn syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice and melted butter until blended. Pour into crust., Bake on a lower oven rack until filling is golden brown and thickened, 40-45 minutes; cover edge loosely with foil during the last 15 minutes if needed to prevent overbrowning. Remove foil; cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or until cold., For whipped cream, in a bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Serve pie with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 475 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
SIMPLE LEMON PIE
"Lemon Meringue Pie is one of my favorites, and this yummy, sweet-tart version is so good that no one will suspect that it's light. Plus, a slice is the perfect choice for the diabetic in your family.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine pudding mix and gelatin. Add water and lemon juice; stir until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened. , Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Pour into crust. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. Spread with whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LEMON DUMP CAKE
This easy cake is the perfect balance of tart, creamy, and sweet, and the texture is soft with just the right amount of crispness.
Provided by fabeveryday
Categories Dump Cake From a Mix
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Spread the lemon pie filling onto the bottom of the prepared baking dish in an even layer with a spatula.
- Sprinkle half of the cake mix in an even layer over the lemon pie filling. Add the pieces of the cream cheese evenly over the cake mix, then top with the remaining cake mix in an even layer. Add the butter pieces, spaced out evenly over the top of final cake mix layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the topping is browned and the cake mix powder has all absorbed and baked, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Serve topped with Cool Whip®.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.1 calories, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 117.6 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 412 mg
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh lemons.
- If you don't have a lemon zester, you can use a microplane grater.
- Be sure to whisk the eggs and sugar together until they are thick and pale yellow.
- Do not overcook the lemon curd, or it will become thick and rubbery.
- Let the lemon curd cool completely before pouring it into the pie crust.
- To make a meringue topping, simply whip egg whites and sugar together until stiff peaks form.
- Bake the pie until the meringue is golden brown.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving, or the meringue will weep.
Conclusion:
Lemon pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its bright and tangy flavor, lemon pie is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So what are you waiting for? Give one of these recipes a try today!
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