Lemon pie

Recipe-Ingrediants

Lemon pie is a dessert that is hard to resist. With its refreshing flavor, aromatic lemon, and light texture, it is the perfect choice for a delightful sweet indulgence.

In the following recipe, you will find all the steps to make a lemon pie that will impress you. This version is light and airy, filled with the freshness of lemons.

Let's get started and enjoy this delicious culinary adventure together!

Ingredients:

For the crust (for a 27cm pie dish):

• 170g all-purpose flour
• 100g cold butter (cut into small cubes)
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar
• A pinch of salt
• 1 vanilla pod
• 1 tbsp cold water

Take all the ingredients and mix them in a bowl. The dough will initially be crumbly and dry. As you work it with your hands, it will gradually come together into a smooth dough. Roll out the dough and place it in the pie dish. Press it down and prick it with a fork. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for about half an hour.

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) on the bake setting.

Take a piece of parchment paper, place it over the crust, and add pie weights (such as rice or beans) to weigh it down. Bake the crust for about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the parchment paper and weights (you can save them for future use) and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes or until golden brown.

For the filling:

• 80g lemon juice
• Zest from one lemon
• 100g sugar
• 150g eggs (about 3 medium-sized eggs)
• 1 vanilla pod
• 70g butter
• 20g cornstarch
• 4 gelatin sheets

Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan and mix them over medium heat until well incorporated and the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.

For the meringue topping:

• 4 egg whites
• A pinch of salt
• A few drops of lemon juice
• 250g powdered sugar
• 1 tsp cornstarch