Lemon Pudding Pie Recipe

Indulge in this unbelievably creamy and tangy Lemon Pudding Pie! This vibrant dessert features a buttery, flaky crust filled with a luscious lemon pudding that's both sweet and tart. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or a simple weeknight treat, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and will impress even the most discerning dessert lover. Get ready for a burst of sunshine in every bite!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 371 mins
Calories 487.2 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Pudding Pie

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How to Make Lemon Pudding Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade).
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Add the lemon zest and juice.
  4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until melted and combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs slightly. Gradually whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot lemon pudding mixture into the eggs to temper them, then pour the egg mixture into the remaining pudding and whisk to combine.
  7. Pour the lemon pudding filling into the prepared pie crust.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. If the crust begins to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
  9. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the filling to set completely.
  10. Serve chilled and enjoy! Garnish with whipped cream and lemon zest (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

135g

Fat

65g

Carbs

18g