Classic Lemon Pie Recipe
This delicious classic lemon pie is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, featuring a rich, buttery crust and a tangy lemon filling.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup water cold
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 4 egg yolks beaten
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest freshly grated
- 1 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 baked pie crust 9 inch
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, flour, and cornstarch. Gradually stir in water and cook over medium heat until mixture starts to thicken.
- Stir in the butter until melted, then carefully and slowly add in the beaten egg yolks while continuously stirring.
- Bring mixture to a slight boil and then remove from heat. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- Pour the lemon filling into the baked pie crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Cool the pie to room temperature before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, serve topped with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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