Best 3 Lemon Supreme Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our tantalizing Lemon Supreme Pie, a harmonious blend of tangy citrus and creamy sweetness. This classic dessert features a crisp and buttery crust, filled with a velvety smooth lemon filling, topped with a cloud-like meringue, and garnished with a sprinkle of lemon zest. Each bite offers a burst of refreshing lemon flavor, perfectly balanced by the rich and creamy filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, our Lemon Supreme Pie recipes cater to all skill levels. From the traditional method using fresh lemons to a time-saving version with lemon curd, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through the baking process.

This article offers a collection of Lemon Supreme Pie recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Discover a gluten-free version for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delectable treat. For those who prefer a vegan lifestyle, we have included a plant-based recipe that uses silken tofu as the base for the creamy filling. Additionally, we have included a simplified version for beginners, with easy-to-follow instructions and minimal ingredients. No matter your dietary restrictions or culinary expertise, you'll find the perfect Lemon Supreme Pie recipe in this comprehensive guide.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON SUPREME PIE



Lemon Supreme Pie image

A friend and I often visit a local restaurant for pie and coffee. When they stopped carrying our favorite lemon supreme pie, I got busy in the kitchen and created this version, which we think tastes even better! The combination of the cream cheese and tart lemon is wonderful. -Jana Beckman, Wamego, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Dough for single-crust deep-dish pie
LEMON FILLING:
1-1/4 cups sugar, divided
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
4 to 5 drops yellow food coloring, optional
1/2 cup lemon juice
CREAM CHEESE FILLING:
11 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/2 cups whipped topping
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. , Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edge is golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. , For lemon filling, combine 3/4 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt in a small saucepan. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; add remaining sugar. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter, lemon zest and, if desired, food coloring. Gently stir in lemon juice. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. , For cream cheese filling, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping and lemon juice. Spread over pie shell., Cover cream cheese filling with lemon filling. Refrigerate pie overnight. , If desired, dollop additional whipped topping over lemon filling. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625 calories, Fat 35g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 501mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LEMON SUPREME PIE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Lemon Supreme Pie Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by SuzyHomemakerGoneBad

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 baked pie pastry (to fit in a 9-inch pie plate)
1 1/2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pinch salt
1 cup water
2 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
1/8 teaspoon pure natural lemon extract (for a smoother filling), or 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar (confectioners)
1 1/2 cups sweetened whipped cream, (measure 1 1/2 cup sweetened heavy cream, already whipped or whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and pinch of salt. Stir in water, lemon juice, lemon extract/rind, and yellow food coloring (if using) bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes, or until smooth and thickened. Remove from heat, and stir in butter. Cool to room temperature for about 1 hour. Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and the powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the whipped cream/whipped topping and the optional 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice (if using). Remove 1/2 cup of the whipped cream/cream cheese mixture for the garnish. Spread the remaining whipped cream/cream cheese mixture into the baked pastry shell. Top with the cooled lemon filling. Chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours, or overnight. When ready to serve, scoop the reserved 1/2 cup cream cheese mixture into a pastry bag with a star tip. Pipe stars onto the pie, or garnish with the reserved cream cheese mixture or as desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

LEMON SUPREME PIE



Lemon Supreme Pie image

Provided by: Taste of Home "The combination of cream cheese and tart lemon is wonderful."

Provided by icetea

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (9 inch) unbaked deep-dish pastry shells
1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons grated lemons, rind of
4 drops yellow food coloring (optional)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups whipped topping
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil.
  • Bake at 450 degrees for 8 minutes.
  • Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • In a saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; add remaining sugar. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly.
  • Remove from the heat; stir in butter, lemon peel and food coloring if desired.
  • Gently stir in lemon juice (do not overmix).
  • Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Do not stir.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Fold in whipped topping and lemon juice. Refrigerate 1/2 cup for garnish.
  • Spread remaining cream cheese mixture into shell; top with lemon filling.
  • Chill overnight.
  • Place reserved cream cheese mixture in a pastry bag with a #21 star tip; pipe stars onto pie.
  • Store in the refrigerator.
  • cooking time is not include cooling time.

Tips:

  • For a smoother filling, strain the lemon juice before adding it to the other ingredients.
  • To avoid a runny pie, make sure to cook the filling until it has thickened. You can check this by inserting a toothpick into the center of the pie. If it comes out clean, the pie is done.
  • If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the meringue onto the pie.
  • To get the perfect golden brown meringue, use a kitchen torch to lightly brown the top of the pie.
  • Let the pie cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help the filling to set and the meringue to firm up.

Conclusion:

Lemon Supreme Pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, tart filling, fluffy meringue topping, and buttery crust, this pie is sure to be a hit. Follow these tips to make the best Lemon Supreme Pie possible.

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