LEMON TRUFFLE PIE

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A light & rich dessert that I got from one of my foodie calendars. Cream cheese and lemon curd filling.....LOVE IT! The 2nd time I made it, I made a graham cracker crust instead.

Provided by S I

Categories     Pies

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 box refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
FILLING
1 c granulated sugar
2 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 c water
2 large egg yolks, beaten
1 Tbsp butter or margarine
1/2 tsp grated lemon zest
1/4 c fresh lemon juice
1 c (6 oz) white vanilla baking chips or chopped white chocolate baking bar
1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
TOPPING
1/2 c whipping cream
1 Tbsp sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 450°F. Make pie crust as directed on box for One-Crust Baked Shell using 9-inch glass pie pan. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • 2. In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and flour. Gradually stir in water until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. Reduce heat to low; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 3. Remove from heat. Stir about 1/4 cup hot mixture into egg yolks until well blended. Stir egg yolk mixture into mixture in saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • 4. Remove from heat. Stir in butter, lemon peel and lemon juice. Place 1/3 cup hot filling in 1-quart saucepan; cool remaining lemon mixture 15 minutes. Stir vanilla chips into hot filling in 1-quart saucepan; cook and stir over low heat just until chips are melted.
  • 5. In small bowl with electric mixer, beat cream cheese on medium speed until fluffy. Beat in melted vanilla chip mixture until well blended. Spread in bottom of cooled baked shell. Spoon lemon mixture evenly over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate until set, 2 to 3 hours.
  • 6. In another small bowl with electric mixer, beat whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spoon whipped cream over pie. Garnish with toasted almonds. Store in refrigerator.

Md Assen
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This pie was amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and tart. The crust was also very good. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Md Ovl
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I made this pie for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The pie was also very easy to make, which is always a bonus.


Prasun Lama
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This pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit dry. Overall, it was an okay pie, but I don't think I'll be making it again.


Rizwan M Solangi
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This pie was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Excellent Eclips
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This pie was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit soggy. Overall, it was an okay pie, but I don't think I'll be making it again.


IBRAHIM AXMED
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but this pie was really good! The chocolate filling was rich and creamy, and the lemon flavor was just right.


Akram Ali-
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This is my new favorite pie! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Tiana Askins
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This pie was amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and tart. The crust was also very good. I will definitely be making this pie again.


Tahmina Akhter
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I had some trouble with the crust, but the filling was delicious! I think I just need to practice making pie crusts more.


Mubashir Pathan
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This pie was a bit too tart for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The crust was also a bit dry. Overall, it was an okay pie, but I don't think I'll be making it again.


it's Gaming Bella
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out perfectly. The crust was flaky and the filling was smooth and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert.


Veronika
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I made this pie for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The pie was also very easy to make, which is always a bonus.


Amin Mokhles
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This lemon truffle pie was a delightful treat! The combination of flavors was perfect, with the tartness of the lemon and the richness of the chocolate. The pie crust was also very good, and it held up well to the filling.


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