Indulge in a tangy and creamy delight with this Sour Cream Lemon Pie recipe!

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Indulge in a tangy and creamy delight with this Sour Cream Lemon Pie recipe!
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 09, 2024

This luscious pie features a zesty lemon filling combined with a smooth sour cream topping, all nestled in a flaky pie crust. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in water until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
  2. Reduce heat and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  3. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into beaten egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat. Gently stir in lemon juice and zest. Pour into prepared pie crust.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 12-15 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack.
  6. Combine sour cream and vanilla extract; spread over pie. Refrigerate until set.

Interesting Facts

  • Lemons are a great source of vitamin C, making this pie a tasty way to boost your immune system.
  • Sour cream adds a rich and tangy flavor to the filling, contrasting beautifully with the lemony sweetness.