Here’s a recipe for Lemon Pie with Mascarpone Cream and Fresh Strawberries:
Lemon Pie with Mascarpone Cream and Fresh Strawberries
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
For the Mascarpone Cream:
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pie Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until it’s golden and set. Let it cool completely.
2. Make the Lemon Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs.
- Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and reaches a temperature of about 170°F (77°C). This should take about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter until smooth and melted.
- Pour the lemon filling into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until the filling is fully set.
3. Prepare the Mascarpone Cream:
- In a medium bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue to beat until the mixture is thick and forms soft peaks.
4. Assemble the Pie:
- Spread the mascarpone cream evenly over the lemon filling.
- Arrange fresh strawberry slices on top of the cream.
5. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
This pie combines the tartness of lemon with the rich creaminess of mascarpone and the freshness of strawberries, making for a delightful and refreshing dessert!
