LEMON CHIFFON PIE

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"I've been making this recipe for Lemon Chiffon Pie since before I got married," comments Cathy Dwyer of Freedom, New Hampshire. The ribbons of chocolate compliment the tangy lemon flavor.-Cathy Dwyer, Freedom, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
1-1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
1/2 ounce semisweet chocolate
1/2 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Cut pie crust sheet in half. Repackage and refrigerate one half for another use. On a lightly floured surface, roll out remaining half into an 8-in. circle. Transfer to a 7-in. pie plate; flute edges., Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over water; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in 1/4 cup sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir over low heat for 3 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened and a thermometer reaches 160° (do not boil). Remove from the heat. Cover and refrigerate for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally., In a small heavy saucepan, combine egg whites and remaining sugar over low heat. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed over low heat until mixture reaches 160°. Remove from the heat. Beat on high until stiff peaks form. Fold into lemon mixture; gently fold in whipped cream., In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Spoon a third of lemon mixture into pie shell; drizzle with half of chocolate mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining lemon mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

James Whitley
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe and my pie still turned out great. I used a different type of flour and sugar, and I added some vanilla extract.


Doomed Paradise
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I followed the recipe exactly and my pie turned out great. It was delicious and the texture was perfect.


rasheed ali
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good pie. The lemon flavor is nice and the texture is good.


Mpho Masike
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this pie was surprisingly good. The lemon flavor was subtle and the pie was not too sweet.


Md Hm Abdullh
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This pie is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are high-quality and the end result is a delicious and beautiful pie.


Soldier Baloch
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I've made this pie several times for different occasions and it's always a hit. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Spring bonnie fan
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This pie is perfect for summer. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.


Michael Ngavi
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I made this pie for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best lemon chiffon pie he's ever had.


Zahidul Islam
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and beautiful pie that is sure to impress your guests.


OBIYOR CHIDINDU
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I've tried several lemon chiffon pie recipes and this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Rozy Mueni
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The texture of this pie is amazing. It's light and fluffy, but still has a nice density to it.


Faixan Haxhmi
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I love the lemon flavor in this pie. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet.


Siaw Richard
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This pie is a classic for a reason. It's delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Zargham rajput786
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I've made this pie several times and it always turns out great. It's a favorite of my family and friends.


Charlene Magwaza
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This pie was easy to make and turned out great! The lemon flavor was just right and the texture was perfect.


CALVIN LUCAS
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I made this pie for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Kenai Osorio
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This pie was delicious! The lemon flavor was perfect and the texture was light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.