Impossible Lemon Pie
Impossible Lemon Pie is a classic vintage dessert known for its “impossible” baking trick: when baked, it forms its own layers — a crust, a custardy center, and a light top — all from one batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 1 (10-inch) pie 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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2 cups milk
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup Biscuit Baking Mix
4 eggs
1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Zest of 2 lemons
1 cup coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 10-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
- Place all ingredients in a blender.
- Mix on low speed for 3 minutes.
- Stir in the coconut, if using
- Pour the pie filling into the prepared pie plate. Let it rest for 5 minutes before placing it in the oven.
- Bake for 50 minutes, and allow the pie to cool before cutting.
- Refrigerate leftovers.
Notes
The coconut will rise to the top and lightly toast while baking.
Photo credit: 106836493@N07 / CC BY
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
Find it online: https://simplygreatrecipes.com/impossible-lemon-pie/