Description
Silky smooth Lemon Pie delivers a tangy-sweet symphony of citrus-kissed bliss. Delicate graham cracker crust cradles velvety filling, promising pure dessert happiness that will transport you to zesty paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
Preparation Ingredients:
- Melted butter for greasing
Measurement Conversion:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs = approximately 216 grams
- 1/4 cup sugar = 50 grams
- 6 tablespoons butter = 84 grams
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare a clean, dry 9-inch pie dish for the graham cracker crust.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with granulated sugar and melted butter, mixing thoroughly until the mixture resembles coarse, damp sand.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and sides of the pie dish, creating a compact, smooth base.
- Bake the crust for approximately 10 minutes until lightly golden, then remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Whisk egg yolks until they become pale and slightly fluffy, creating a smooth base for the filling.
- Gradually incorporate sweetened condensed milk into the egg yolks, stirring continuously to prevent curdling.
- Add fresh lemon juice and finely grated lemon zest to the mixture, whisking until the filling becomes silky and fully integrated.
- Pour the lemon filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Return the pie to the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, watching for a slight jiggle in the center that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and let the pie cool completely at room temperature to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate the pie for a minimum of 2 hours to allow the filling to set and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Before serving, garnish with freshly whipped cream and a sprinkle of lemon zest for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for celiac or gluten-sensitive diets.
- Reduce sugar content by using a sugar substitute or stevia to make the pie more diabetic-friendly.
- Enhance lemon flavor by adding a splash of pure lemon extract or using Meyer lemons for a more complex citrus profile.
- Create a vegan version by replacing egg yolks with cornstarch or arrowroot powder and using coconut condensed milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg