LAYERED LEMON PIES
My sister shared this recipe with me and it is simply delicious. The secret to the great flavor is using fresh lemon juice. -Nanette Sorensen, Taylorsville, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 2 pies (10 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to two 9-in. pie plates. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plates; flute edges. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. , Line crusts with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottoms are golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on wire racks. , In a large saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat., Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat. Gently stir in lemon juice, butter, lemon zest, extract and food coloring if desired. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Spread lemon mixture into crusts. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until firm., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Gradually beat in milk. Add pudding mix; beat 2 minutes longer. Let stand 2 minutes or until soft-set. Gently spread into pies. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until set., For topping, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over tops of pies. Refrigerate until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Jams Llamas
[email protected]This pie is the perfect balance of tart and sweet. The crust is flaky and the filling is creamy and smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!
Md Alamim
[email protected]This pie was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The lemon filling was tart and refreshing, and the whipped cream topping added a nice touch of sweetness.
Andreea Morosan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pies, but this one was amazing. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and tart. I would definitely make this again.
Zelalem Aziz
[email protected]This pie was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The end result was a stunning and delicious pie that was perfect for a special occasion.
Wolfie2.0
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this pie was actually really good. The lemon flavor was not overpowering, and the crust was flaky and delicious.
Kewat Sahadev
[email protected]This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a well-made pie with a delicious crust and creamy filling.
MD SAGOR ALLI
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but this pie was easy enough for me to make. It turned out great and my family loved it.
Crystal Sember
[email protected]This pie was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was a beautiful and delicious pie that was enjoyed by all.
MDOE FRANCIS KETTO
[email protected]I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The crust was crispy and flaky, the filling was creamy and tangy, and the whipped cream topping was the perfect finishing touch.
Stevie Apiata
[email protected]This pie is so refreshing and perfect for summer. The lemon curd is tangy and bright, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I love that it's not too sweet, so you can really taste the lemon flavor.
Faizan Faiz
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the crust to come together, but other than that, this pie was a breeze to make. The filling was delicious and the pie was a big hit with my family.
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[email protected]This pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a well-made pie with a delicious crust and creamy filling.
Suzi Suzi
[email protected]I've made this pie several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lemon curd is so smooth and creamy, and the crust is perfectly flaky. I highly recommend this recipe!
DAVID WANJOHI
[email protected]This pie was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I used a store-bought pie crust to save time, and it still tasted homemade. The lemon filling was tart and refreshing, and the whipped cream topping added a nice touch of sweetness.
Sonam Grg
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but this pie changed my mind. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was amazing. I loved the crunch of the crust and the creamy filling.
Emery Bacerra
[email protected]This layered lemon pie was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of the creamy filling and the tangy lemon curd was perfect, and the crust was flaky and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.