Description
Lemon Pie II is a delightful dessert that combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a zesty lemon filling, making every bite a refreshing experience. This pie is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or enjoying a cozy family dinner. The balance of tangy and sweet flavors, topped with whipped cream, will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into a pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown; let it cool.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar and eggs until frothy. Add lemon juice and zest, mixing well.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Serve with whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg