This pie has a lot to offer in one light and fluffy package—it’s not too tart and not too sweet, which makes it a great choice for pleasing all of your guests. It is the perfect ending to a heavy meal, when you want something to satisfy that sweet tooth, but don’t have a lot of room left for a big dessert.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes one 9-inch pie, 6 to 8 slices (level: moderate)
Ingredients
Crust
Filling
Garnish
Preparation
Step 1
To prepare the filling, in a small bowl, combine the 1 teaspoon water with the gelatin and let soften.
Step 2
While the gelatin is softening, in a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, egg yolks, and sugar. While whisking, add the cornstarch and salt. Mix in the lemon juice, 1 cup hot water, the butter, and lemon zest. Transfer the filling to a medium saucepan and cook it over medium heat, scraping the sides of the pan frequently to prevent any burning. Whisk continuously until the mixture becomes bubbly and thick, about 6 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the gelatin to the filling, folding it in with a rubber spatula until all ingredients are combined. Using a spatula, gently fold the meringue into the filling so that they are thoroughly combined. Pour the lemon filling into the pie shell and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Step 3
When ready to serve, remove the pie from the refrigerator and evenly distribute the whipped cream across the top of the pie. If you choose, use a pastry bag to pipe the whipped cream or offset spatula to spread it to create a more finished look. Sprinkle the lemon zest on top of the whipped cream.
Step 4
Lemon Chiffon Pie should be served cold. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
