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Lemon Ice Box Pie

Cultural Context

Lemon Ice Box Pie has its roots in the Southern United States, where it became a popular dessert for its refreshing taste and ease of preparation. Traditionally served during warm months, this pie embodies the essence of summer gatherings and family barbecues. Its bright, tangy flavor contrasts beautifully with the sweet crust, making it a beloved treat across the country, often enjoyed at potlucks and picnics.

AmericanUSdessert
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
4 fresh lemons
1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 egg yolks
3 egg whites
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream is lower in sugar and adds a unique flavor.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cool whip

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Pick fresh lemons from the garden.

2

Preheat the oven to 350°F.

3

In a medium bowl, combine crown cracker crumbs with brown sugar and mix together.

4

Mix in the melted unsalted butter.

5

Place the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie pan and firmly pack the crumbs into the pan.

6

Bake the crust at 350°F for 5 minutes.

7

Juice the lemons and strain the juice to remove the seeds.

8

In a small bowl, combine cold water and unflavored gelatin and mix together.

9

Using a double boiler, combine egg yolks, sugar, kosher salt, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

10

Cook on medium-low heat, continually stirring until the mixture thickens.

11

Stir in the gelatin and remove from heat.

12

Let the custard cool for 30 minutes.

13

In a large mixing bowl, whip the egg whites on medium setting until foaming.

14

Once foaming, add sugar and increase to high speed.

15

Gently fold the custard into the whipped egg whites.

16

Add the pie filling to the pie shell.

17

Let the pie chill for 4 hours or longer before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

9-inch pie panmedium bowlsmall bowldouble boilerlarge mixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Lemon Icebox PieLemon Chiffon Pie

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