French Lemon Pie

Indulge in the zesty, creamy perfection of French Lemon Pie, a classic dessert that’s equal parts tangy and elegant. This stunning tart features a buttery homemade crust that’s baked to golden perfection and filled with a luscious lemon custard made from fresh lemon juice, vibrant zest, rich heavy cream, and whole eggs. With a perfectly set yet slightly wobbly center, this tart strikes a beautiful balance between sweet and tart flavors. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, it’s a show-stopping treat ideal for dinner parties, afternoon tea, or simply whenever you crave a touch of Parisian indulgence. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to eight, this recipe is your ticket to French patisserie bliss from the comfort of home.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams unsalted butter
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 3 lemons (zest and juice)
• 3 eggs
• 100 ml heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

To make the crust, combine the flour and sugar in a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Cut the butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and cold water, mixing until a dough forms. Shape it into a disk, wrap it in cling film, and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Roll out the dough on a floured surface and press it into a 9-inch (23 cm) tart pan. Trim the edges and prick the base with a fork.

Step 6

Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 7

For the filling, zest and juice the lemons into a bowl. Whisk in the eggs, granulated sugar, and heavy cream until smooth.

Step 8

Pour the filling into the baked crust and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is just set with a slight wobble in the center.

Step 9

Allow the pie to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Step 10

Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Slice and enjoy this exquisite French lemon pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	820.6 grams (820.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2302

Total Fat 140.40g	180%
Saturated Fat 76.60g	383%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1064mg	355%
Sodium 279mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 220.50g	80%
Dietary Fiber 10.20g	36%
Total Sugars 56.00g
Protein 44.70g	89%

Vitamin D 141IU	706%
Calcium 201mg	15%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 701mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 37.9%