Best 5 Moms Lemon Pie Recipes

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Are you ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey with Mom's Lemon Pie? This timeless classic is not just any ordinary dessert; it's a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

With its luscious lemon filling, perfectly balanced between tart and sweet, encased in a flaky, golden-brown crust, this pie is a true masterpiece. But that's not all; this recipe is accompanied by a selection of variations that will cater to every palate. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesecake-like filling or a luscious lemon curd, this article has you covered.

If you're a fan of tangy and refreshing desserts, you'll adore the Classic Lemon Pie recipe. With its simple yet elegant presentation, it's perfect for any occasion. But if you crave a more decadent treat, the Lemon Chess Pie is sure to satisfy. Its rich, creamy filling is a delightful indulgence that will have you savoring every bite.

And for those who love the combination of sweet and tangy, the Lemon Meringue Pie is an absolute must-try. Its fluffy meringue topping adds a touch of sweetness and airiness that perfectly complements the zesty lemon filling.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a taste sensation that will leave your family and friends raving. With Mom's Lemon Pie as your guide, you're guaranteed to whip up a dessert that will become a cherished family tradition.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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Lemon Meringue Pie is one of my all-time favorites. Smooth, tart lemon filling with light and fluffy meringue that melts in your mouth. The best lemon pie you will ever taste!

Provided by Emily Walker

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pie crust (pre-baked )
1 ½ cups sugar
½ cups cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ¼ cups water
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
4 egg yolks
3 tablespoons butter
½ cup lemon juice
5-6 egg whites (at room temperature)
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized saucepot, bring sugar, cornstarch, salt, water, and lemon peel to a boil, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and mix in with wire whip 4 egg yolks. Return to heat for 1 minute stirring constantly. Remove from heat and whisk in 3 T. butter, then ½ c. lemon juice.
  • Pour into pie crust and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Sodium 237 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 51 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOM'S LEMON CUSTARD PIE



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My mother often made this lemon pie back when we were growing up. You might say it's stood the test of time because today it's still my 75-year-old brother's favorite! The beaten egg whites give it a delicate texture and make this custard pie quite unique! It's a great way to finish off any meal. -Jeannie Fritson, Kearney, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for single-crust pie
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Optional: Whipped cream, lemon slices and fresh mint

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a large bowl, beat sugar and butter until well blended. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add milk, flour and salt; mix well. Stir in lemon juice and zest; set aside. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; gently fold into lemon mixture., Pour into crust. Bake until lightly browned and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, garnish with whipped cream, lemon and mint. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MY MOM'S LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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This is my mother's lemon meringue pie recipe and it is one of my all time favorite desserts. You can add a bit more lemon zest if you want it to be more tart! Don't let pie cool before putting on meringue.

Provided by CollinW

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Meringue Pie Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 refrigerated pie crust
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 eggs, separated
½ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Press pie crust into a pie plate.
  • Mix sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a bowl; pour into pie crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Five minutes before pie is done, beat egg whites and cream of tartar together in a bowl using an electric mixer on high speed until foamy. Slowly add sugar to egg white mixture and continue beating until meringue forms stiff peaks, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pie from oven and increase temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread meringue onto warm pie, making sure meringue goes all the way to the edges creating a seal. Using the back of a spoon, dab the meringue and pull up, creating peaks across the pie.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Let cool to room temperature for 1 hour and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 86.4 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 205.6 mg, Sugar 39.7 g

MOM'S 5-STAR LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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I received this recipe from my mom who has always been an awesome baker. It's very easy and so, so good. Once you make it, you'll be making it over and over again! Enjoy!

Provided by freteluco

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Meringue Pie Recipes

Time 23m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
6 egg yolks
½ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 (8 inch) deep dish graham cracker pie crust
6 egg whites
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Beat sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a bowl until smooth; pour into pie crust.
  • Beat egg whites with an electric mixer in a glass or metal bowl until foamy. Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks; spoon onto the pie to cover completely.
  • Bake pie in preheated oven until the tips of the topping begin to brown, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.3 calories, Carbohydrate 79.2 g, Cholesterol 187 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 334.2 mg, Sugar 67 g

MOM'S LEMON MERINGUE PIE



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My mother made everything from scratch. She didn't use a box, or a can of anything. Her lemon pie was no exception... made only with real lemons. My aunt always used mom's recipe and told stories of how she could walk out in her yard and pick fresh lemons to make it.

Provided by Katrina Freed

Categories     Pies

Number Of Ingredients 14

FILLING
3 egg yolks
1 1/2 c sugar
1/3 c plus 1 tbsp cornstarch
1 1/2 c water
3 Tbsp butter
2 tsp grated lemon peel
1/2 c lemon juice
2 drops yellow food coloring
MERINGUE
3 egg whites
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
6 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare a pie shell using your favorite pie crust recipe. Prick sides and bottom with a fork and bake 10 minutes, then cool and set aside
  • 2. Beat egg yolks in a small bowl and set aside
  • 3. In a medium sized sauce pan, mix cornstarch and sugar then gradually stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixtures thickens and boils. Boil and stir one minute
  • 4. Immediately stir half of the hot mixture into the small bowl of egg yolks, then pour contents of bowl back into sauce pan and stir. Boil and stir for 2 minutes
  • 5. Remove from heat and stir in the rest of the ingredients for the filling
  • 6. Pour filling into prepared pie crust
  • 7. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar with electric mixer on high speed until foamy
  • 8. Beat in sugar one tablespoon at a time
  • 9. Continue beating until egg whites peak and turn glossy
  • 10. Beat in vanilla
  • 11. Spoon meringue over pie filling making sure to seal it all the way to the edge of the crust completely covering filling.
  • 12. using a teaspoon make decorative peaks in the meringue as desired
  • 13. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 - 12 minutes until meringue is light brown.
  • 14. Remove from oven and allow to cool for two hours
  • 15. Cover and refrigerate until serving time

Tips:

  • Make sure the lemon juice is fresh squeezed. This will give the pie a brighter, more vibrant flavor.
  • Use a fine mesh strainer to strain the lemon juice. This will remove any pulp or seeds that could make the pie grainy.
  • Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make the filling tough.
  • Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help the crust cook evenly.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will give the filling time to set.

Conclusion:

This classic lemon pie is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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