Magnolia Table Lemon Pie

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: graham cracker crust

Graham cracker crust is often less expensive and easier to prepare.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides sweetness with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative.

egg whites

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Aquafaba is a vegan alternative that whips similarly.

Spray the pie pan with vegetable oil spray.

Crush graham crackers in a large ziplock bag until fine.

Mix crushed graham crackers with 1/3 cup sugar and 6 tablespoons melted salted butter.

Pack the graham cracker mixture tightly into the pie pan.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake the crust in the oven for 8 minutes.

In a bowl, combine 3 cups sweetened condensed milk and 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice.

Add 3 egg yolks and a pinch of salt to the mixture and mix on medium speed for 4 minutes.

Pour the filling into the baked pie crust and spread evenly.

Bake the pie at 350°F for 10 minutes or until set.

Chill the pie in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

To make the whipped cream, beat 1 cup heavy whipping cream with 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

Garnish the pie with whipped cream, lemon zest, and lemon slices.

Cooking Techniques

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