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Super Creamy Lemon Pie (Soft & Melt-in-Your-Mouth)

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Quick Description

This lemon pie combines a fluffy, tender cake-like base with a smooth, tangy lemon cream center. The contrast between the airy dough and silky citrus filling makes every bite light, creamy, and refreshing. It’s simple, elegant, and perfect for tea time or special occasions.

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Servings & Timing

  • Servings: 8 slices
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Total Time: About 1 hour

Ingredients

Lemon Cream

  • 1 egg
  • 1.8 oz (50 g) sugar
  • 1.4 oz (40 g) cornstarch
  • 10 fl oz (300 ml) milk
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon

Dough

  • 2 eggs
  • 3.5 oz (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 fl oz (120 ml) milk
  • 7.8 oz (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 oz (15 g) baking powder
  • 4 fl oz (120 ml) vegetable oil

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Lemon Cream

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together:
    • Egg
    • Sugar
    • Cornstarch
  2. Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps.
  3. Place over medium heat and stir constantly.
  4. Cook until thick and creamy (about 3–5 minutes).
  5. Remove from heat and stir in:
    • Lemon juice
    • Lemon zest
  6. Let cool slightly while you prepare the dough.

The cream should be smooth and pudding-like.

Step 2: Prepare the Dough

  1. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and slightly fluffy.
  2. Add milk and vegetable oil. Mix well.
  3. Sift together flour and baking powder.
  4. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture.
  5. Mix until smooth and lump-free. Do not overmix.

Step 3: Assemble

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a round 9-inch baking pan.
  3. Pour half of the dough into the pan.
  4. Spread the lemon cream evenly over the batter.
  5. Carefully pour remaining dough over the cream layer.

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the cake layer comes out clean.

The center will be soft but set.

Step 5: Cool & Serve

Let cool at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Optional:

  • Dust with powdered sugar
  • Add whipped cream
  • Garnish with lemon slices

Texture & Flavor Tips

  • Do not overbake to keep it creamy inside.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • If cream thickens too much while cooling, whisk before layering.

Nutrition (Approx. Per Slice)

  • Calories: 280–320
  • Protein: 6–7 g
  • Carbs: 38 g
  • Fat: 12 g

Storage

  • Refrigerate up to 3 days
  • Best served slightly chilled
  • Not recommended for freezing (texture may change)

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