Zesty Lemon Pie: A Blender Sensation for Quick, Healthy Dessert
Forget complicated pie recipes! This blender lemon pie is a game-changer for anyone who loves a tangy treat without the fuss. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, it's a perfect balance of healthy and delicious.
Grandma's Simple Secret
Inspired by a cherished family recipe, this pie is all about ease and flavor. It's the kind of recipe that makes you feel good—simple, fresh, and utterly satisfying. The secret? A whole lemon, blended right in!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Super Simple: Just toss everything in a blender, pour, and bake.
- Healthy-ish: Made with real, whole ingredients like eggs, butter, sugar, and a whole lemon, this is a treat you can feel good about.
- Quick to Make: Perfect for those days when you need a dessert fast.
- Impressive Taste: The result is a creamy, custardy pie with a bright lemon flavor that everyone will love.
The Magic of the Blender
Using a blender is not only convenient, but it also creates a beautiful, smooth texture. The whole lemon gets pulverized, releasing all its oils for a full, zesty flavor, and provides an additional nutritional boost.
Ingredients for Your Blender Lemon Pie
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 whole medium-sized lemon, cut into sections, seeds removed
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- Splash of vanilla (optional)
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- Powdered sugar and lemon slices for garnish
Easy Steps to a Perfect Pie
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend: Add eggs, melted butter, lemon pieces, sugar, and vanilla to your blender. Blend until completely smooth.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into your unbaked pie crust. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Cool & Garnish: Let the pie cool, then dust with powdered sugar and garnish with a lemon slice before serving.
Tips for the Best Pie
- Lemon Type: Regular lemons work great for this recipe. If you're using Meyer lemons, they will add a slightly sweeter flavor.
- Bitterness: If you have a thick-skinned lemon, you may want to remove part of the white pith to reduce any bitterness.
- Variations: Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the mix.
- Serving: This pie is delicious served warm or chilled. The texture will be a bit looser when warm and more dense when chilled.
Enjoy the Goodness
This blender lemon pie is more than just a dessert; it’s a reminder that simple ingredients and techniques can lead to extraordinary results. It's perfect for a quick family dessert, a potluck, or any time you need a bright, zesty treat. Enjoy every creamy, lemony bite!