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How to Make a Delicious Lemon Pie

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Lemon tart is a beloved classic dessert. With its tart and sweet flavor, it is perfect for any occasion!

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion or just in the mood for something sweet, lemon tart is the perfect dessert. Here, we’ll show you how to prepare a delicious lemon tart that is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients 

To make a lemon pie, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Blind-bake your pie crust for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the water and lemon juice until smooth.

Step 4

Cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in about 1 cup of the hot lemon mixture to temper the eggs.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for 2-3 minutes, until thickened.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and lemon zest until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 8

Pour the lemon filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake the pie for 12-15 minutes until the filling is set.

Step 10

Cool the pie on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

History and Evolution of Lemon Pie

Lemon pie has been a beloved dessert in America for over a century. The origins of lemon pie can be traced back to the late 1800s when citrus fruits were becoming increasingly popular in the United States. At the time, lemons were often used for medicinal purposes, but people soon discovered that they could be used to add flavor to food as well.

The first lemon pie recipe appeared in a cookbook called “The Good Housekeeping Everyday Cookbook” in 1903. The recipe called for a filling made with sugar, lemon juice, and egg yolks, baked in a pastry crust. Over time, variations of the recipe were developed, adding ingredients like cornstarch or condensed milk to create a creamier texture.

Today, lemon pie remains a classic dessert that’s loved by many. While the recipe has evolved over time, the basic elements of a sweet and tangy lemon filling baked in a flaky pie crust remain the same.

Properties of Lemon

Lemons are not only delicious but also have numerous health benefits. They are high in vitamin C, which is essential for a healthy immune system.lemons contain antioxidants that can help protect the body against free radicals, which can cause cell damage.

Lemons also have anti-inflammatory properties and can help lower cholesterol levels. They are also believed to aid in digestion and can help prevent kidney stones. Drinking warm water with lemon juice first thing in the morning is a common practice for many people seeking to boost their health and immunity.

When it comes to baking, lemons add a burst of tangy flavor to desserts like lemon pie. The acidity of the lemon juice can also help balance out the sweetness of the filling, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Decorating a Lemon Pie

To make your lemon pie look as good as it tastes, you can try different decoration ideas. Some popular options include adding a whipped cream topping with lemon zest or fresh berries, placing thin slices of lemon on top, creating peaks in the meringue, using candied lemon peel, or using cookie crumbs for a unique crust. These simple yet creative ideas can take your lemon pie to the next level.

Variations of Lemon Pie

While traditional lemon pie is made with a graham cracker crust and a creamy lemon filling, there are many variations of this classic dessert that you can try. Here are a few ideas to inspire your next baking project:

Lemon Meringue Pie 

This classic variation of lemon pie features a light and fluffy meringue topping. The meringue is made by whipping egg whites and sugar until stiff peaks form, and then baking it in the oven until it’s golden brown. The tangy lemon filling pairs perfectly with the sweet and airy meringue.

Lemon Cheesecake Pie

For those who love cheesecake, this variation of lemon pie is sure to be a hit. It’s made with a graham cracker crust and a creamy cheesecake filling that’s infused with lemon zest and juice. Top it off with some whipped cream and fresh berries for a delicious and elegant dessert.

Lemon Cream Pie

This variation of lemon pie features a lighter, creamier filling than traditional lemon pie. It’s made with a mixture of whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, and lemon juice, creating a silky and smooth texture that’s perfect for warm weather.

Lemon Blueberry Pie 

For a fruity twist on lemon pie, try adding fresh blueberries to the filling. The sweet and tangy flavors of the lemon and blueberries complement each other perfectly, creating a delicious and colorful dessert that’s perfect for spring and summer.

If you’re looking for a dessert to impress your guests, try making a homemade lemon pie. With its delicious filling and golden crust, it’s sure to be a hit. And if you want to add a touch of Latin flavor to your dessert table, you’ll love this fabulous recipe: Arroz con leche puerto rico. Your guests will love the creamy rice pudding, flavored with cinnamon and vanilla.

So the next time you’re in the mood for something sweet, try making one of these delicious desserts. And don’t forget to check out for arroz con leche for a tasty and comforting treat.

Homemade Granny Smith Apple Pie Recipe

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This easy peasy apple pie recipe using Granny Smith apples is all you need to know to create a delicious home-made style apple pie for your family!

Nowadays it’s so hard to find recipes that aren’t full of sugar and taste like the old, original recipes our grandmothers used to make! I quickly fell in love with this simple yet very tasty apple pie recipe my mother sent over to me. This apple pie is not only very flavourful, it also holds it shape well thanks to the Granny Smith apples, which are a baker’s favorite when it comes to making apple pies. If you are about to make an apple pie, consider taking the time to find specifically Granny Smith apples, as they are known to hold their shape better and not turn watery or soggy. 

Apple pie is an American staple and favorite, but who knew it originates back to year 1381 in the midst of the middle ages in England? There are multiple what they would call “cookery books” and documents that outline a very similar apple pie recipe that we make today. This early recipe used a standard pie crust, slices of soft apples with their skin and seeds removed, and mixed with several spices like ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and powdered sugar. It was then topped with butter or lard and saffron was used to color the pie filling. There are also versions that mixed in not only apples but also figs, raisins, and pears. 

Today’s recipe is strikingly similar except that we love to serve it with whipped cream, ice cream, or some (although I’ve never tried this) pair it will cheddar cheese! You can make your apple pie using standard tin pie plates which are great for travelling or if you are gifting your pies, or you can use a stoneware pie dish which I normally use at home.

Homemade Granny Smith Apple Pie Recipe

 
Ingredients:
 
Pie Crust
 
  1. 2 2/3 cups flour
  2. 1 cup shortening
  3. 1/2 cups cold water with 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  4. Pinch of salt
Granny Smith Apple Pie Filling
 
  1. 6 cups Granny Smith Apples Sliced and Peeled
  2. 1 cup brown sugar
  3. 2 tbsp flour
  4. Pinch of salt
  5. 1 tbsp lemon juice
  6. 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  7. 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  8. 1 tbsp unsalted butter cut into small chunks
Instructions:
 
To Make the Pie Crust
 
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour and salt. Mix in the shortening and add the ½ cup of water. Continue mixing with your hands and add more water if necessary. Mix until you have formed a ball of dough. Divide the dough into two balls.
  2. Using a floured work surface and a rolling pin, roll out one ball of dough. Make your circle of rolled out dough at least 5 cm wider than your pie plate. Place the dough in your pie plate making sure the edges align with the pie plate rim. Next, make the pie filling.
To Make the Pie Filling
 
  1. Get your oven warmed up and preheat it at 425 F. In a mixing bowl, mix apples, brown sugar, flour, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Mix until the apples are well covered in the flour, sugar and spices. Transfer the apple pie filling into your apple pie plate. Sprinkle the butter chunks over the apples.
  2. Roll out the second ball of dough and place it over the apple pie filling that is in the pie plate. Using your fingers, pinch the edges of the apple pie crust to seal it with the piecrust below. Using a knife cut a circle into the middle of the apple pie crust.
  3. Optional: Use a pastry-brush to brush milk over the whole apple pie and sprinkle with sugar.
  4. Bake for about 15 minutes, then remove from oven and cover with tin-foil and return to oven to bake for another 25-30 minutes.

Rich and Juicy Apple Strudel Recipe – Quick to Make and Oh-So Easy!

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This homemade apple strudel recipe is as easy as it gets, but it tastes so rich and full of flavour you’ll be addicted after your first bite! The store bought phyllo dough helps to make it a quick dessert that takes minutes to make. Just mix up the ingredients, spread them onto the dough sheets and roll em’ up. It’s that easy. What made me fall in love this is really basic recipe (only 6 ingredients!) is that it tastes so juicy and full of flavour. This strudel is not dry and flakey like those you have tasted in the past. It is moist, rich, and jam-packed with nutritious apples. I know you will love it! 

Fast and Easy Apple Strudel Recipe

Fast and easy homemade apple strudel. So moist and jam-packed with lovely apples!

Ingredients:
 
  1. 500g package of phyllo dough
  2. Oil for oiling phyllo dough
For Filling
 
  1. 1 large egg
  2. 8 apples, peeled and grated
  3. 200 ml of sugar
  4. 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  5. 2 tsp vanilla extract or 1 package of vanilla sugar
  6. 2 tsp baking powder
Instructions:
 
  1. Preheat oven to 200 C or 392 F. Mix all filling ingredients together in a large bowl. Using a pastry brush, evenly oil pastry sheets and stack three on top of eachother. On the third one spread an even amount of filling and roll up. Keep repeating until you have used up all the filling and pastry sheets.
  2. In a well oiled pan, arrange the strudel in a swirl and bake for 25-30 minutes.
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Granny’s Mini Pecan Pie Tarts

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Calling all nut lovers – satisfy your sweet tooth this season with you very own homemade pecan pie tarts! You shouldn’t have to settle for only a slice of pecan pie when you can have your very own mini-pecan tarts overloaded with healthy nuts and a gooey mixture of brown sugar, butter, eggs and vanilla. These pecan pie tarts are hands down my favorite dessert and make the perfect treat to toss in a zip-lock bag and take with you on the go. You can even make this recipe in advance and display the tarts on tiered cupcake holders for an elegant presentation and a warm welcome to the upcoming season. If you are looking for a Thanksgiving dessert or a mini gift for x-mas, I would definitely have these tarts at the top of my list. 

Granny’s Mini Pecan Pie Tarts

Yields 12
These mini pecan tarts are easy to make desserts and make great snacks to take to school or to the office!
 
 
Ingredients:
 
For Pie Tarts
 
  1. 2 (3-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  2. 2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
  3. 2 cups all-purpose flour
  4. 1/2 teaspoon salt
  5. 1 cup chopped pecans
For Filling
 
  1. 3 large eggs, beaten
  2. 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
  3. 3/4 cup light corn syrup
  4. 2 tbsp butter, melted
  5. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

To Make Pie Tarts
 
  1. In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and 2/3 cup butter at medium speed. Beat in flour and salt until combined and divide the dough in half. Flatten each half into a circle about 1 inch thick, wrap in plastic wrap and let it chill for 1 hour.
  2. Shape dough into 2-inch balls and flatten them. Place each into in 3-inch muffin cups, forming each into a shell and letting it form a lip above the cups. You can use a fork to press into the edges to make little decorative lines. Sprinkle pecans evenly in pastry cups.
To Make Filling
 
  1. Whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, vanilla extract and salt until blended.
  2. Pour mixture evenly over pecans until pastries are full. Bake at 350F for 30-35 minutes or until set.

Chocolate Ice Cream Oreo Pecan Mud Pie

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Love ice cream on a hot summer day? This chocolate Oreo cookie pecan mud pie is infused with flavour and dripping with yumminess. With a hint of coffee ice cream and garnished with whipping cream and even MORE Oreos and pecans, it’s really a delicious treat the whole family would love. It also makes a cool frozen dessert that’s so simple to make, it doesn’t even require much baking!  

Chocolate Cookie Pecan Mud Pie

 

Ingredients:

  1. 13 Oreo cookies, crumbled
  2. 3 tbsp unsalted buter, melted
  3. 1 egg white, lightly beaten
  4. 1-1/4 cups pecans, chopped and toasted
  5. 1/4 cup sugar
  6. 2 cups coffee ice cream
  7. 2 cups chocolate ice cream
  8. 13 Oreo cookies, chopped and divided (leave some for decorating the top!)
  9. Frozen whipping cream for decorating
Instructions:
 
  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, mix together Oreos and butter and press into a 9″ pie plate. Brush the top of the Oreos with the egg white and place in the oven for about 5 minutes.
  2. Combine both ice creams and 1 cup of chopped Oreos and 1 cup of pecans. Dump mixture into crust and freeze for 10-15 minutes. Using the remaining cookies and pecans, sprinkle onto top of pie and press (Leave a bit to decorate the top!). Freeze pie for at least 7-10 hours.
  3. To decorate, swirl whipping cream over the whole pie and sprinkle chopped Oreos and pecans.
Notes
 
  1. To toast pecans, place in the oven on a cookie sheet for about 10 minutes.