Luscious Lemon Pie
Treat yourself to a slice of sunshine with this Luscious Lemon Pie, a dessert that perfectly balances tangy citrus flavor with creamy sweetness. This no-fuss recipe begins with a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, offering a delightful crunch to complement the silky-smooth lemon filling. Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest, the vibrant filling is irresistibly rich, thanks to the inclusion of sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of hands-on time and minimal ingredients, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for any occasion. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream and a garnish of fresh lemon slices for a presentation as stunning as its flavor. Keywords: lemon pie recipe, easy lemon dessert, creamy citrus pie, homemade graham cracker crust.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for crust)
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 4 large Egg yolks
- 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 cup Whipped cream (optional)
- 1 medium Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely before proceeding.
While the crust cools, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until slightly thickened.
Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk while whisking, ensuring it is fully incorporated.
Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until smooth and creamy.
Pour the lemon filling into the cooled crust, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the filling is set and jiggles slightly in the center.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled.
Top the pie with whipped cream and garnish with lemon slices if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 192.6 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.6 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1672 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 453.4 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 347.3 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1426 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2197 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
