Spring Sunshine Pie

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A refreshing lemon custard pie with a bright, tangy flavor and smooth texture, perfect for springtime gatherings and citrus lovers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 7 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2 lemons (juice of)

Instructions

  1. Mix cold water and cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Combine hot water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  3. Add the cornstarch mixture to the boiling sugar water.
  4. Cook until the mixture begins to thicken, about 15 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually stir a small amount of hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks to temper them.
  6. Return the egg yolk mixture to the saucepan and cook a few minutes longer until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
  8. Cover and set aside to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

325 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.9g 20% DV
Total Fat 15.1g 19% DV
Carbs 38.2g 14% DV
Fiber 2g 7% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 44.3mg 2% DV
Potassium 328.5mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 576.8mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 120.8mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 9.7mg 11% DV
Vitamin D 2.6mcg 13% DV
Calcium 117.5mg 9% DV
Iron 4.8mg 27% DV

* % 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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