Description
Lemon chess pie is a sweet and tangy dessert with a rich, custard-like filling.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together sugar and butter.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until the filling is set.
- Let the pie cool before serving.
Notes
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Great with whipped cream or fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: lemon chess pie