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🍋 Heavenly Lemon Cream Cheese Pie 🍋
Tangy. Sweet. Creamy. A love story in every bite.
🕰️ History & Formation
Lemon pies have graced the tables of European and American kitchens since the 18th century. The combination of tart lemon curd and a tender crust was a favorite among British royalty and early American settlers. The addition of cream cheese, an American innovation from the 19th century, elevated this dessert into a silky-smooth masterpiece.
The pie you see here? It’s a beautiful hybrid of lemon custard and cheesecake, nestled in a buttery crust — and topped with clouds of whipped cream. It’s not just a dessert; it’s an emotion.
💛 For the Lovers
This pie is more than food; it’s a bond between hearts. Whether you’re baking for your sweetheart on a cozy weekend or sharing it at a family gathering, each slice brings people closer. The zing of lemon meets the comfort of cream — just like love: exciting and warm all at once.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, diced)
- ½ tsp salt
- 4–6 tbsp ice water
(Or use 1 pre-made 9×13-inch pie crust if short on time)
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Lemon Layer:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp baking powder
Topping:
- Whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: Lemon zest or curls for garnish
🧑🍳 Instructions & Method
1. Prepare the Crust
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add ice water until dough forms.
- Roll out and fit into a 9×13″ baking dish.
- Prick with fork and pre-bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
2. Cream Cheese Layer
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Pour evenly over pre-baked crust and bake again for 15–18 minutes, until slightly set.
3. Lemon Layer
- Whisk together sugar, flour, and baking powder.
- Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until smooth.
- Pour carefully over cream cheese layer.
- Bake again at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is set and slightly golden.
4. Cool and Chill
- Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
5. Top and Serve
- Spread or pipe whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with lemon zest or slices if desired.
- Slice and serve cold.
💬 Conclusion: A Bite of Sunshine
Every forkful of this Lemon Cream Cheese Pie delivers a burst of sunshine, a flirt of tang, and the velvet kiss of cream. It’s a dessert made for celebrating love — whether romantic, familial, or the simple joy of treating yourself.
💕 For the Lovers (Again)
Share this pie on:
- A first date over candlelight.
- An anniversary picnic in the garden.
- A late-night kitchen chat with a partner.
- Or… send a surprise slice with a handwritten note:
“You’re the lemon to my cream.”
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