Lois'S Magic Lemon Pie Recipe

Name: Lois'S Magic Lemon Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: LEMON FILLING; 15 ounces sweetened condensed milk; 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 2 egg yolks; MERINGUE; 2 egg whites; 4 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST; 18 graham cracker squares; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/4 lb butter or 1/4 lb margarine; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

LEMON FILLING
15 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 egg yolks
MERINGUE
2 egg whites
4 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST
18 graham cracker squares
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 lb butter or 1/4 lb margarine
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

1
Thoroughly mix crust ingredients and pack into a nine inch pie pan.
2
Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes and put aside to cool.
3
Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees.
4
In a mixing bowl, combine condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest and egg yolks.
5
Stir until mixture thickens.
6
Pour into cooled crust.
7
Add cream of tartar to the egg whites and beat until almost stiff.
8
Add sugar gradually, beating until stiff and glossy but not dry.
9
Pile lightly on pie filling.
10
Bake at 325 until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
11
Cool thoroughly.
12
Hint: try to get the crust thickness very even and not too thick.

1278

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: LEMON FILLING, 15 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon lemon, zest of, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Lois'S Magic 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.

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Lois'S Magic Lemon Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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