Description
A refreshing lemon pie with a buttery crust and a tangy filling, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2–3 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter, and using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Chill Dough: Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit your pie dish. Aim for an even thickness—around 1/8 inch is ideal. Transfer it to the pie dish, gently pressing it down into the edges.
- Bake Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to avoid bubbling, and bake for about 20 minutes or until it’s lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- Prepare Lemon Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and melted butter until smooth.
- Cook Filling: Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the filling thickens (about 8-10 minutes) and coats the back of a spoon. Don’t let it boil!
- Fill Crust: Pour the thickened lemon filling into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill Pie: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the filling set properly.
- Prepare Whipped Topping: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until it begins to thicken. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
- Serve: Cut the pie into wedges, adding a generous dollop of whipped cream on top. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!
Notes
You can prepare both the crust and filling a day in advance. Store them covered and chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg