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A vibrant lemon sponge pie with a golden crust, topped with powdered sugar and fresh lemon slices. The pie is sliced open, revealing a light, fluffy lemon filling contrasted against the crisp crust, styled on a white plate with a sprig of mint on the side. The background features a pastel-colored tablecloth with a hint of lemon zest scattered around.

Lemon Sponge Pie Delight

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A light and fluffy lemon sponge pie with a buttery crust, filled with a zesty lemon curd and topped with powdered sugar and lemon zest.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (fresh)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into a 9-inch pie dish and bake for 15 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Stir in flour until combined.
  3. Pour lemon filling into pre-baked crust. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set.
  4. Remove and cool. Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
  • Chill the pie for at least 1 hour before serving.
  • This pie pairs well with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290 Kcal
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Find it online: https://spoonfuse.com/lemon-sponge-pie-delight/