Description
This creamy lemon pie recipe offers a bright, tangy, and silky-smooth filling in a buttery pie crust. Made with simple ingredients like fresh lemon juice, sweetened condensed milk, and eggs, this dessert is refreshing and perfect for any occasion. Garnish with whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Keywords: Creamy Lemon Pie, easy lemon dessert, tangy lemon pie recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-baked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 3 large egg yolks
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg yolks until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the lemon mixture into the pre-baked pie crust.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the filling is just set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream and extra lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense lemon flavor, you can add an extra tablespoon of lemon zest.
- Chill the pie overnight for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 140mg