Buttermilk-Lemon Pie Recipe

Name: Buttermilk-Lemon Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. sugar; 1/4 c. plus 3 Tbsp. cornstarch; 5 c. buttermilk; 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese; 7 eggs, separated; 2 tsp. grated lemon rind; 1/4 tsp. lemon extract; 1/4 c. lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 tsp. lemon extract; 2 baked pie shells; 3/4 tsp. cream of tartar; 1/4 c. plus 3 Tbsp. powdered sugar

Servings: persons

2 c. sugar
1/4 c. plus 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
5 c. buttermilk
1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
7 eggs, separated
2 tsp. grated lemon rind
1/4 tsp. lemon extract
1/4 c. lemon juice
2 Tbsp. butter
1 tsp. lemon extract
2 baked pie shells
3/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 c. plus 3 Tbsp. powdered sugar

1
Combine sugar and cornstarch in a heavy saucepan.
2
Gradually add buttermilk, stirring until blended.
3
Add cream cheese; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
4
Boil for 1 minute.
5
Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon colored.
6
Gradually stir about 1/4 of hot mixture into yolks.
7
Add to remaining hot mixture.
8
Cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Stir in lemon rind, juice, butter and 1 teaspoon lemon extract.
11
Spoon into pie shells.
12
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar with electric mixer on high for 1 minute.
13
Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
14
Beat in lemon extract.
15
Spread meringue over filling.
16
Bake at 350u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes, browning top.

3125

kcal

Calories

275

Fat

156

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. sugar, 1/4 c. plus 3 Tbsp. cornstarch, 5 c. buttermilk, 1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, and more.

Yes, Buttermilk-Lemon Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Buttermilk-Lemon Pie

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