Lemon Sour Cream Pie Recipe

Name: Lemon Sour Cream Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 cup milk; 3 large egg yolks, beaten; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 cup sour cream; 1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked; 3 large egg whites; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 6 tablespoons sugar; Lemon zest strips, optional

Servings: persons

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
3 large egg yolks, beaten
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup sour cream
1 pastry shell (9 inches), baked
3 large egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar
Lemon zest strips, optional

1
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in the milk. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Blend a small amount into egg yolks; mix well. Return all to pan; mix well. cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add butter, lemon juice and zest; mix well. Set aside.
2
For meringue, beat egg whites until foamy. Add vanilla and cream of tartar. Add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form; set aside. Fold sour cream into the lemon mixture; pour into pastry shell.
3
Cover with meringue, sealing to edges of pastry. Bake at 350u00b0 for 12-15 minutes or until golden. Garnish with lemon zest strips if desired. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Lemon Sour Cream 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.

Lemon Sour Cream Pie

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