Description
Silky smooth lemon pie promises a tangy escape from ordinary desserts. Rich custard nestled in a buttery crust delivers pure citrus bliss you’ll savor with delightful abandon.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 egg yolks
Crust:
- 1 graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)
Toppings and Garnish:
- Lemon zest (optional)
- Whipped cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Calibrate the oven temperature to 350°F, preparing a consistent heat environment for the delicate pie.
- Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and golden egg yolks until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the vibrant lemony filling into the pre-prepared graham cracker crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Position the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, watching for a subtle center jiggle that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow the pie to settle and cool completely at room temperature, which helps stabilize the filling’s texture.
- Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of 2 hours, enabling the filling to set and develop a rich, creamy profile.
- Before serving, garnish with delicate dollops of whipped cream and a sprinkle of bright, aromatic lemon zest to enhance visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for smoother, more uniform mixing of the filling.
- Swap graham cracker crust with gluten-free cookies or ground nuts for a different texture and dietary needs.
- Use a microplane or fine grater to create delicate lemon zest without the bitter white pith.
- Refrigerate pie for at least 4 hours for a firmer, more sliceable consistency that holds its shape perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 40 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg