How to Make Classic Lemon Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing quite says summer like a classic lemon pie. This beloved dessert is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy, with a creamy filling and a flaky, buttery crust. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply craving a refreshing dessert, a classic lemon pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

What sets this lemon pie apart is its rich, velvety filling, which is made with freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest. The filling is then nestled into a homemade pie crust, creating a beau...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 3 large egg yolks, slightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 (9 inch) baked pie crust
  • 3 large egg whites
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Combine sugar, milk, butter, lemon juice, egg yolks, cornstarch, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Fold in sour cream; pour into the baked pie crust. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • Beat egg whites, sugar, and cornstarch together in a bowl using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue on top of filling, right up to the edge of the crust.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until meringue is lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    378 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 107mg
    • Sodium: 154mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 36g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 145mg