Nanny'S Lemon Sponge Pie

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Cuisine: American

A light and tangy lemon sponge pie with a fluffy meringue topping, perfect for citrus lovers and suitable for both casual and festive occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • lemon rind

Instructions

  1. Mix sugar and butter together.
  2. Add milk and egg yolks, then add lemon rind and lemon juice.
  3. Beat the egg whites until stiff and fold into the mixture.
  4. Pour into an unbaked pie crust and bake until a knife inserted comes out clean.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

637 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.1g 18% DV
Total Fat 31.9g 41% DV
Carbs 78.6g 29% DV
Fiber 2.1g 8% DV
Sugar 17.9g 36% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 189.5mg 8% DV
Potassium 315.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 196.3mg 65% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 63.5mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 14mg 16% DV
Vitamin D 0.6mcg 3% DV
Calcium 181mg 14% DV
Iron 4.2mg 23% DV
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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