Amish Lemon Pie Recipe

Ingredients for Amish Lemon Pie

• Lemon Pudding Mix
• Unflavored Gelatin
• Granulated Sugar
• Water
• 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• 4 large egg yolks
• Fresh Lemon Rind
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 large egg whites
• Whipped cream (optional)
• 9 Inch Baked Pie Crust

How to Make Amish Lemon Pie

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 1 (3 ounce) package lemon-flavored gelatin, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, and 1 cup fresh lemon juice.
2. Whisk in 4 large egg yolks.
3. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup additional water.
4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil and thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of butter. Let cool slightly.
6. In a separate bowl, beat 4 large egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the meringue into the warm lemon filling.
8. Pour the filling into a 9-inch baked pie crust.
9. Cover with waxed paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
10. Before serving, top with whipped cream (optional) and garnish with additional lemon zest and lemon slices (optional).