Lemon Pie has been a staple in the southern U.S. for hundreds of years, popularized due to its tart bold flavor and bright appearance. Now, you can enjoy a lemon pie that will fit your pureed diet, while not lacking in taste! Our THICK & EASY® Lemon Cream Cheese pie is delicious, easy to make, and meets IDDSI Levels 4, 5 & 6.
INGREDIENTS
Follow along and use Thick & Easy® Pureed Bread & Dessert Mix to create a pie/tart you and your family will love.
| 1 Serving | 6 Servings | 12 Servings | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAN SIZE | Individual pie pan | 8″ pie pan | 2 – 8″ pie Pans |
CRUST |
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| THICK & EASY® Pureed Bread & Dessert Mix Item: 118519 |
2 tsp | 1/4 cup | 1/2 cup |
| Graham cracker crumbs (finely ground) | 1 Tbsp | 6 Tbsp | 3/4 cup |
| Sugar | 1/8 tsp | 3/4 tsp | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Vegetable oil | 1 tsp | 2 Tbsp | 4 Tbsp |
| Water, hot | 1 1/2 Tbsp | 1/2 cup + 1 Tbsp | 1 cup + 2 Tbsp |
| FILLING | |||
| Cream cheese, softened | 1 oz | 4 oz | 8 oz |
| Powdered sugar | 1 Tbsp + 1 tsp | 1/2 cup | 1 cup |
| Lemon juice | 1 1/2 tsp | 3 Tbsp | 6 Tbsp |
| Vanilla extract | 1 drop | 1/4 tsp | 1/2 tsp |
| Milk | 2 tsp | 2 oz | 4 oz |
| Whipped cream, prepared | 3 Tbsp | 1 cup | 2 cups |
| Lemon pie filling or Lemon curd | 3 Tbsp | 1 cup | 2 cups |
How To Prepare
CRUST
- Generously coat pan(s) with non-stick cooking spray.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and THICK & EASY® Texture-Modified Bread & Dessert Mix. Add oil and stir until mixture resembles wet sand.
- Add hot water to bread mixture and stir briskly until begins to thicken.
- Cover and allow to cool at room temperature or in refrigerator for a minimum of 15 minutes.
- Spread cooled crust mixture into pan(s).
- Press to flatten and push crust onto sides of pan(s). (Use plastic wrap sprayed with cooking spray for easier handling of soft crust).
- Place crust(s) in refrigerator or freezer until firm.
FILLING
- Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice and vanilla in mixing bowl and beat until smooth. Scrape down sides of spatula.
- Add milk and continue mixing until smooth. Fold in prepared whipped cream.
- Reserve a small amount of filling for garnish.
- Portion remaining filling into graham cracker crust(s) and spread evenly. Freeze until solid.
- Spread lemon pie filling or curd evenly over top of frozen filling. Garnish as desired with reserved cream cheese filling or extra whipped cream.
- Cut and portion dessert while still frozen. Thaw portions completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: 1/6 of 8″ pie
Calories: 330
Total Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Total Carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary Fiber: <1g
Total Sugars: 24g
Added Sugars: 9g
Sodium: 200mg
Protein: 3g
Potassium: 0% DV
Calcium: 4% DV
Iron: 0% DV