LUSCIOUS LEMON LAYER PIE
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 1h26m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Pie Crust: Whisk flour with a fork while still in the bag or canister. Gently spoon out flour into measuring cups. (This reduces flour by as much as 1/8 to 1/4 cup).
- Then sift flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add shortening and cut into pea sized bits with pastry blender. Add cold water gradually until just dampened. Place on waxed paper and gather into ball from the outside corners. Press dough into a 6-inch pancake shape. Wrap with plastic wrap.
- Chill at least 30 minutes and then roll out between two large pieces of plastic wrap. Remove one side of plastic wrap, lightly flour if necessary and place into a 9-inch clear glass deep dish pan.
- Remove plastic wrap and flute edges. Prick bottom and sides with a fork. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 475 degrees F. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Use extra pastry for cut-outs in the shapes of lemons, stars, etc. for decoration.
- Bottom Layer: In saucepan combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Mix with wire whisk; blend in lemon juice and cold water; then add egg yolks and blend until smooth. Add butter and gradually stir in boiling water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil 2 minutes; remove from heat and add lemon extract, zest/peel, and food coloring. Partially cool for 30 minutes, and pour into the baked pie shell. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before adding second layer.
- Second Layer: In a small bowl, cream sugar and cream cheese with spatula until smooth. Add milk and stir until well blended. Add pudding and beat with electric mixer for 2 minutes until thickened. Pour on bottom layer. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Top Layer: Cream together the sugar and cream cheese until smooth. Fold in Cool Whip and spread on top of cooled lemon pudding. Garnish with extra pastry cutouts, citrus or mint leaves. Chill at least 4 hours before serving.
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Rosie Cottrell
[email protected]5 stars! This pie is amazing! The filling is perfectly tart and the meringue is light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this pie again.
Omo zaizai
[email protected]This lemon layer pie is both delicious and impressive. The combination of the tart lemon filling and the sweet meringue is perfect. I've made this pie several times, and it's always a hit.
Mabhena Yibozza
[email protected]This is my go-to lemon pie recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and I love that it's made with fresh lemons. The filling is perfectly tart and the meringue is light and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Someone
[email protected]I've made this pie several times for potlucks, and it's always a hit! It's easy to transport and serve, and everyone loves the delicious flavor.
Jadah
[email protected]The lemon and meringue flavors in this pie are perfectly balanced. The lemon filling is tart and tangy, while the meringue is sweet and fluffy. Together, they create a delicious and refreshing dessert.
BROWNER Jones
[email protected]I was surprised at how easy this pie was to make. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to follow the instructions and make a delicious pie. I'll definitely be making it again.
Yoleka Mayoli
[email protected]This lemon layer pie has become a family favorite! My kids love the sweet and tangy flavor, and I love that it's made with fresh lemons. It's always a hit when I make it.
MD AbulHassan
[email protected]This pie is not only delicious, but it's also so beautiful! The layers of lemon filling and meringue are so visually appealing. I love serving it at parties or potlucks because it always gets rave reviews.
Sajid jatt
[email protected]I love that this pie can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights or when I'm entertaining guests. I simply make the pie the day before and then refrigerate it until I'm ready to serve.
Raheem jhan
[email protected]This lemon layer pie is the perfect dessert for summer! It's light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor is so invigorating. I love serving it with a dollop of whipped cream.
Qadus Khan
[email protected]I wasn't expecting much from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The pie was easy to make and turned out so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Thick Hunn
[email protected]I made a few small tweaks to the recipe, such as using a different type of lemon juice and adding a bit of zest to the filling. The pie still turned out great, and I'm happy I was able to customize it to my own taste.
muhammad Banaras
[email protected]I made this pie for a special occasion dinner, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the delicious flavor and the beautiful presentation. I'll definitely be making this pie again for future special occasions.
Nepali Yt
[email protected]As a beginner baker, I was a bit intimidated to try this recipe, but I'm so glad I did! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the pie turned out beautifully. My family loved it!
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[email protected]I'm a huge fan of lemon desserts, and this pie did not disappoint! The filling was perfectly tart and flavorful, and the meringue was light and airy. I'll definitely be making this pie again.
Ma HaM
[email protected]This lemon layer pie was a delightful treat! The combination of the tangy lemon filling and the sweet, fluffy meringue was perfect. I especially appreciated the detailed instructions, which made the process easy to follow.