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Mini lemon impossible pies with creamy custard center and powdered sugar on a plate

Lemon Impossible Pie Magic Recipe That’s Easy and Amazing


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  • Author: kai
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini pies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Lemon Impossible Pie is a simple dessert that forms its own crust while baking. The batter separates in the oven to create a delicate crust, creamy custard center, and lightly golden top with bright lemon flavor.


Ingredients

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2 tablespoons melted butter

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

3 large eggs, separated

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

Zest of 1 lemon

Juice of 12 lemons


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12 cup muffin tin with butter or nonstick spray.

2. In a mixing bowl whisk egg yolks with melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.

3. Add flour and salt and mix until fully combined.

4. In a separate bowl beat egg whites until soft peaks form.

5. Fold a small portion of the whipped egg whites into the batter to lighten it, then gently fold in the remaining whites.

6. Stir in the lemon juice last. The batter will be thin.

7. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about three quarters full. Lightly tap the pan to remove air bubbles.

8. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until edges are set and lightly golden while the center remains slightly soft.

9. Allow pies to cool in the pan, then remove and chill for about 1 hour if desired before serving.

Notes

The batter separates naturally during baking and forms a delicate crust, creamy custard center, and lightly golden top.

Avoid overbaking so the custard stays soft and creamy.

Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor, though bottled lemon juice works if needed.

Allow the pies to cool completely before storing to prevent excess moisture.

Serve plain or with powdered sugar, whipped cream, fresh berries, lemon glaze, or lemon curd.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini pie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 23 g
  • Sodium: 90 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg