Lemon Cream Pie
Lemon Cream Pie is a refreshing dessert that combines the zesty brightness of fresh lemons with a creamy filling, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. This indulgent treat is perfect for any occasion, delivering a burst of sunshine in every slice. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it will quickly become a favorite at family gatherings, picnics, or dinner parties. Serve chilled for an unforgettable experience that will leave your guests raving about your baking skills.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until moistened. Firmly press into a pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and butter until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then fold in heavy whipping cream until combined.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread evenly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh berries on top before serving. - To make it gluten-free, substitute traditional graham crackers with gluten-free options.