PINEAPPLE SPONGE PIE

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Here's a home-style delight featuring a fluffy sponge layer on top and a smooth custard on the bottom. The pairing of tangy pineapple and lemon is so refreshing after a big dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large eggs, separated
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup sugar
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained and chopped
Fresh pineapple wedges and maraschino cherries, optional

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a small bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate; flute edges. Combine flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set aside., In a large bowl, beat yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add sugar, beating until thick and lemon-colored. Blend in the milk, lemon juice and zest. Add dry ingredients; mix well. Stir in pineapple., Beat egg whites and remaining salt until stiff peaks form; fold into filling. Spoon into pie pastry., Bake at 400° for 10 minutes; lower temperature to 325° and bake 25-30 minutes longer or until top is puffed and lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Garnish with pineapple and cherries if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

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Lucky Mdaka
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I've never made a sponge cake before, but this recipe made it easy. The pie turned out perfect and I'm so glad I tried it.


Phillip Peurasaari
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This pie is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh and delicious.


Shifting With Shazia
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I'm not a big fan of sweets, but this pie is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the combination of pineapple and sponge cake.


Rain Drops
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover pineapple. I always have a few extra cans of pineapple in my pantry and this is the perfect recipe to use them up.


Michelle Strickland
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I'm allergic to pineapple, but I'm sure this pie would be delicious with another fruit filling, like strawberries or blueberries.


Diwakar Chand
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This recipe is missing some important details. It doesn't say what size pie plate to use or how long to bake the pie for.


HD Movies
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pie turned out dry and crumbly. I'm going to try it again and see if I can get it right.


darrell ROBINSON
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The results are stunning and the taste is divine.


Sendagire Hassan
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I've been making this pie for years and it's always a family favorite. The sponge cake is so light and fluffy, and the pineapple filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Bashari Shuaibu
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This is my go-to dessert recipe for summer parties. It's always a hit and it's so easy to make.


Jerry hannick
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I love the way this pie looks when it's finished. The golden brown crust and the bright yellow pineapple filling are so inviting.


ADil Dil
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This pie is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times for potlucks and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kato Chaka
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I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I decided to give this pie a try and I'm glad I did! The sponge cake was moist and flavorful, and the pineapple filling was surprisingly delicious. I loved the combination of sweet and tart. I'll definitely be mak


Rino Shan
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This pineapple sponge pie is a delightful summer treat! The combination of sweet pineapple and creamy sponge cake is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The pie was light and fluffy, with a golden brown cru