Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with this delightful Lemon Raspberry Pie. A buttery crust cradles a luscious lemon filling topped with fresh raspberries, all finished off with a dollop of whipped cream. This refreshing dessert is a must-try for any occasion, especially during the summer months.
Ingredients
Pie Crust:
1 9-inch pre-baked pie crust
Lemon Filling:
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
3 large egg yolks, beaten
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons butter
Topping:
1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries
1/4 cup raspberry jam, warmed
Whipped Cream:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly whisk in water until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and begins to bubble. Reduce heat to low.
- Slowly temper the egg yolks by whisking a few spoonfuls of hot mixture into them, then return the yolk mixture to the saucepan. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, then remove from heat.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter until smooth. Pour lemon filling into the cooled pie crust and spread evenly.
- Arrange raspberries on top of the filling, gently pressing them in. Brush raspberries with warmed jam to create a shiny glaze.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until set.
- Before serving, whip the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form, then pipe or dollop around the edges of the pie.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use Greek yogurt whipped with a little honey instead of whipped cream.
- Frozen raspberries can be used but should be thawed and drained first.
- Best served chilled and enjoyed within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg