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Ingredients
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Crust
Lemon Custard Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the unsalted butter (cut into small pieces) and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Egg Yolks
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to the flour mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Lemon Custard Filling Preparation
- 4
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, lemon zest, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth. Gradually pour the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
- 6
Assemble and Bake
- 7
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
- 9
Add the Custard
Pour the lemon custard filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- 10
Top with Pine Nuts
Sprinkle the pine nuts evenly over the custard filling.
- 11
Bake the Pie
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is lightly golden.
Finishing Touches
- 12
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and garnishing with lemon zest. Slice and serve.