Baby Lemon Impossible Pies
Baby Lemon Impossible Pies deliver a refreshing and creamy lemon custard atop a tender, magically formed crust. Simple to make with minimal ingredients, this dessert offers a perfect balance of tangy zest and luscious sweetness. Ideal for any occasion, it’s a kid-friendly, crowd-pleasing pie that impresses without complicated steps.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free flour substitution)
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- 3 large eggs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- Prepare your oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or square baking pan to ensure easy release after baking.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and eggs until fully combined and smooth—this mix becomes your luscious custard.
- Add the dry ingredients: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the main mixture, gently folding it in. This will help create the crust from the batter during baking.
- Incorporate the melted butter: Slowly stir the melted butter into your mixture, making sure everything is evenly combined. The butter will help develop the crust’s tender texture as it bakes.
- Pour and bake: Pour the batter into your prepared pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the pie’s edges are golden and the top is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
- Cool and chill: Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours to let the custard fully set and enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons: Freshly squeezed lemon juice makes all the difference in delivering that zesty brightness you crave.
- Don’t overmix: Stir the ingredients just until combined to keep the texture light and prevent toughness.
- Watch the bake time: Slight jiggle in the center means the pie is perfectly cooked and will firm up while cooling.
- Chill thoroughly: Refrigeration is key for the custard to set and for enhancing the tangy flavor.
- Grease your pan well: Prevent sticking by generously buttering your baking dish for easy slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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