Best 4 Sunshine Pie Recipes

Sunshine pie is a classic Southern dessert that brings a delightful burst of flavor to any occasion. Often served during summer gatherings or potlucks, this delectable pie embodies the warmth and brightness of the sun. Its golden crust, creamy filling, and tangy topping create a harmonious balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Be prepared to embark on a journey of culinary exploration as we uncover the secrets behind creating the perfect sunshine pie, a true celebration of summertime indulgence.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUNSHINE ORANGE MERINGUE PIE

Sunshine Orange Meringue Pie image

I found this recipe while vacationing in Florida in the late '60s. I made a few changes and added lime juice for extra tartness. It's colorful, refreshing and looks so pretty on the plate. -June Nehmer, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 24 squares)
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup water
3 large egg yolks, well beaten
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 tablespoon butter
MERINGUE:
3 large egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt in a saucepan. Whisk in orange juice and water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gradually stir 1 cup hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the lime juice, orange zest and butter. Pour hot filling into pie crust., For the meringue, beat egg whites in a bowl until foamy. add cream of tartar; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff peaks form. Spread evenly over hot filling, sealing edges to crust., Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour; refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ARIZONA SUNSHINE LEMON PIE RECIPE - (3.6/5)

Arizona Sunshine Lemon Pie Recipe - (3.6/5) image

Provided by á-407

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 large lemon
4 eggs
1 stick melted butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 C sugar
1 unbaked pie crust
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350. Leaving rind on, cut lemon into small chunks. In blender puree lemon chunks, eggs, butter, vanilla & sugar til mixture is smooth & creamy. It should be fairly runny. Pour into piecrust. Bake for 40 min. If crust becomes too brown, cover gently with foil. Serve with dollop of fresh whipped cream.

SUNSHINE PIE

Sunshine Pie image

Make and share this Sunshine Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by scarley

Categories Pie

Time 25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can eagle brand sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip Topping
1 (6 ounce) honey maid graham cracker pie crust
1 orange, grated peel and juice
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package Jello Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix

Steps:

BEAT cream cheese and 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk in medium bowl until well blended. Whisk in 1/2 cup whipped topping. Spread mixture in graham crust.
WHISK orange juice, remaining sweetened condensed milk and dry pudding mix in medium bowl 2 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the remaining whipped topping. Spread over cream cheese layer.
STIR grated orange peel into remaining whipped topping. Spread over top of pie. Refrigerate 4 hours before serving.

ARIZONA SUNSHINE PIE

Arizona Sunshine Pie image

They will want seconds, make two!! Great for Bunco or card club.

Provided by jean moore

Categories Pies

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 large lemon whole
4 large eggs
1 stick melted butter
1 c sugar
2 tsp vanilla
1 unbaked pie crust (bought/prepared is fine)
1 c whipped cream

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Leaving rind on, cut lemon in chunks. Remove seeds.
3. In a blender or food processor, blend together lemon chunks, eggs, butter, vanilla and sugar until mixture is smooth and creamy. It should be fairly runny.
4. Pour into unbaked piecrust. Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes. If crust becomes too brown, cover gently with foil and finish baking.
5. cool and then serve with a dollop of fresh whipped cream

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, ripe fruit. Frozen or canned fruit can also be used, but the flavor will not be as good.
If you are using a store-bought pie crust, pre-bake it according to the package directions before filling it.
When making the filling, be sure to stir constantly so that it does not burn.
Do not overfill the pie crust, or the filling will bubble over during baking.
Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Sunshine Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give Sunshine Pie a try. You won't be disappointed!