Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 9-inch graham cracker crust
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Whipped cream and lemon slices for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Zester or grater
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and salt until well combined.
3. Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the filling is set.
5. Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
6. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 350°F (175°C)
- Refrigerator temperature: 40°F (4°C)
Serving size:
- 8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 310
- Total fat: 13g
- Saturated fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sodium: 270mg
- Total carbohydrates: 43g
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 32g
- Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Graham cracker crust: You can use a pre-made crust or make your own using crushed gingersnaps or vanilla wafers.
- Lemon juice: You can use lime juice or orange juice instead of lemon juice.
- Sweetened condensed milk: You can use evaporated milk or heavy cream instead of sweetened condensed milk.
Variations:
- Chocolate Lemon Icebox Pie: Add 1/2 cup of melted chocolate chips to the filling mixture before baking.
- Coconut Lemon Icebox Pie: Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut to the filling mixture before baking.
- Key Lime Icebox Pie: Use key lime juice instead of lemon juice and garnish with lime slices.
Tips and tricks:
- Use room temperature eggs for best results.
- Be sure to zest the lemons before juicing them.
- To make whipped cream, beat 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Serve chilled.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a decorative pie plate or cake stand.
- Garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices.
Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Lemon slices
- Mint leaves
Pairings:
- Iced tea
- Lemonade
- Sparkling water
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Grilled vegetables
- Caesar salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the filling is not setting, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- If the crust is getting too brown, cover the edges with foil.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to refrigerate the pie promptly after serving.
Food history:
- Icebox pies became popular in the 1920s when refrigerators became more common in households.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, tangy, and creamy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve chilled with whipped cream and lemon slices.
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Taste: Citrusy, Sweet, Tangy, Refreshing