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Lemon Sponge Pie

A light and fluffy lemon pie with a sponge-like texture.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Butter softened
  • 3 Eggs separated
  • 1 cup Milk
  • ⅓ cup Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest grated
  • ¼ cup All-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the flour and salt, then gradually add the milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the lemon mixture.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased pie dish and bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
  7. Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Lemon, Pie, Sponge
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