Best 6 Moms Lemon Pie Recipes

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"Mom's lemon pie" is a classic dessert that holds a special place in the hearts of many. Its delectable flavor and comforting aroma evoke memories of family gatherings and warm kitchens. Whether you're looking to recreate your mother's cherished recipe or discover a new favorite, this article will guide you through the journey of finding the best "mom's lemon pie" recipe that suits your taste and preferences. From traditional to modern variations, we'll explore the secrets behind the perfect balance of tangy citrus and creamy filling, resulting in a delightful treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

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MOM'S 5-STAR LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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I received this recipe from my mom who has always been an awesome baker. It's very easy and so, so good. Once you make it, you'll be making it over and over again! Enjoy!

Provided by freteluco

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Meringue Pie Recipes

Time 23m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
6 egg yolks
½ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 (8 inch) deep dish graham cracker pie crust
6 egg whites
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Beat sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a bowl until smooth; pour into pie crust.
  • Beat egg whites with an electric mixer in a glass or metal bowl until foamy. Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks; spoon onto the pie to cover completely.
  • Bake pie in preheated oven until the tips of the topping begin to brown, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.3 calories, Carbohydrate 79.2 g, Cholesterol 187 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 334.2 mg, Sugar 67 g

MOM'S LEMON CUSTARD PIE



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My mother often made this lemon pie back when we were growing up. You might say it's stood the test of time because today it's still my 75-year-old brother's favorite! The beaten egg whites give it a delicate texture and make this custard pie quite unique! It's a great way to finish off any meal. -Jeannie Fritson, Kearney, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for single-crust pie
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Optional: Whipped cream, lemon slices and fresh mint

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large bowl, beat sugar and butter until well blended. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add milk, flour and salt; mix well. Stir in lemon juice and zest; set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; gently fold into lemon mixture., Pour into crust. Bake until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, garnish with whipped cream, lemon and mint. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MY MOM'S LEMON MERINGUE PIE



My Mom's Lemon Meringue Pie image

This is my mother's lemon meringue pie recipe and it is one of my all time favorite desserts. You can add a bit more lemon zest if you want it to be more tart! Don't let pie cool before putting on meringue.

Provided by CollinW

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Meringue Pie Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 refrigerated pie crust
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 eggs, separated
½ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Press pie crust into a pie plate.
  • Mix sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a bowl; pour into pie crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Five minutes before pie is done, beat egg whites and cream of tartar together in a bowl using an electric mixer on high speed until foamy. Slowly add sugar to egg white mixture and continue beating until meringue forms stiff peaks, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pie from oven and increase temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread meringue onto warm pie, making sure meringue goes all the way to the edges creating a seal. Using the back of a spoon, dab the meringue and pull up, creating peaks across the pie.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Let cool to room temperature for 1 hour and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 86.4 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 205.6 mg, Sugar 39.7 g

MOM'S MAGIC LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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My mom made this all the time when I was young. As simplistic as it is, I can't help but love it--one of my favorites!! (I get her to make this for me instead of birthday cakes) Yummy!!

Provided by TGirl

Categories     Pie

Time 20m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 9 inch pie shell, baked
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 egg yolks (whites reserved to make meringue)

Steps:

  • Blend milk, juice, and yolks until thick (5 minutes or so).
  • Pour into pie shell.
  • In clean bowl, beat egg whites with sugar to taste until thick (stiff peaks).
  • Cover pie with meringue.
  • Bake at 350 until meringue is browned slightly.
  • (5-10 minutes).
  • Chill and serve.

WORLD'S BEST LEMON PIE



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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

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
3 large egg yolks, beaten
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sugar

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.

MOM'S LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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Smooth and rich; hands down the best anywhere. Good old-fashioned comfort food. This has been my dad's favorite dessert for 80 years! The rest of us love it too. For the pie shell, try my recipe 477736. Family Note: This is Mom-Mom's exact recipe.

Provided by laurenpie

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 1 9 inch pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 prepared pie crust
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups boiling water
3 eggs, separated
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind (optional)
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Bake the empty pie shell and remove from oven (usually bakes 7 minutes at 425 degrees).
  • Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • LEMON FILLING:.
  • Mix cornstarch, flour, 1-1/4 cups sugar and salt in large saucepan.
  • Add boiling water gradually and blend thoroughly. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes at medium-high, until thick and clear.
  • Beat egg yolks in small bowl.
  • Add 1 Tbsp of the hot mixture to egg yolks and stir immediately and vigorously. Repeat 3 times. *This step keeps the eggs from cooking during the next step.
  • Add egg yolk mixture to hot mixture in saucepan. Cook for 2 additional minutes, constantly stirring.
  • Remove from heat. Slow stir in lemon juice, butter and lemon rind.
  • Pour into cooled pie shell. Let cool.
  • MERINGUE TOPPING:.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff.
  • Beat in 1/3 cup sugar, a little at a time. Continue beating until thick and smooth.
  • Gently spoon onto cooled pie, pushing out to edges.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12 - 15 minutes, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.3, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 103.2, Sodium 325, Carbohydrate 74.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 53.1, Protein 5.3

Tips:

  • Use good quality lemons. Fresh, ripe lemons will give your pie the best flavor.
  • Zest the lemons before juicing them. This will release the flavorful oils from the zest and add them to your pie.
  • Don't overmix the pie filling. Overmixing can make the filling tough.
  • Bake the pie until the filling is set. The filling should be firm but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set properly.
  • Serve the pie with whipped cream or ice cream. This will add a delicious and creamy touch to the pie.

Conclusion:

Lemon pie is a classic dessert that is loved by people of all ages. It is a refreshing and tart pie that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this lemon pie recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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