Lemon Supreme Pie: A Creamy and Tangy Delight

If you love the refreshing taste of lemons but aren’t a fan of meringue, this Lemon Supreme Pie is the perfect dessert for you! It features a smooth, creamy bottom layer and a tangy lemon topping, creating a delicious contrast of flavors and textures.

Whether you’re making it for a special occasion or just to satisfy your citrus cravings, this pie is guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients for Lemon Supreme Pie

For the Bottom Layer:

1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (or homemade if you prefer!)

For the Lemon Layer:

1¼ cups sugar (divided)

6 tablespoons cornstarch

½ teaspoon salt

1¼ cups water

½ cup fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons butter

2 teaspoons lemon zest (grated from the lemon peel)

4-5 drops yellow food coloring (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

11 ounces light cream cheese, softened (one 8 oz package plus 3 oz)

¾ cup powdered sugar

1½ cups Cool Whip, thawed

1 tablespoon lemon juice

How to Make Lemon Supreme Pie

1. Prepare the Lemon Layer First

In a medium saucepan, whisk ¾ cup of sugar with the cornstarch and salt.

Gradually add the water, stirring constantly to create a smooth mixture.

Turn the heat to medium, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, and keep stirring.

Once it starts boiling, lower the heat slightly and add the remaining sugar and lemon juice.

Continue stirring and cooking for about 2 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.

Remove from heat and stir in the butter, lemon zest, and food coloring (if using).

Let the lemon mixture cool to room temperature (this takes about an hour).

2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.

Gently fold in the Cool Whip and lemon juice until well combined.

Set aside ½ cup of this mixture and refrigerate it for later use as decoration.

3. Assemble the Pie

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

Pour the cooled lemon filling on top, spreading it out smoothly.

Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for best results.

4. Serve and Enjoy!

When ready to serve, cut the pie into slices.

Use the reserved cream cheese mixture to pipe a small swirl on top of each slice.

For an elegant touch, garnish each slice with a thin lemon slice.

Tips for the Best Lemon Supreme Pie

✔ Avoid lumps! Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to get a smooth texture.

✔ Use fresh lemons. Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives a brighter, more natural flavor than bottled lemon juice.

✔ Storage: Keep the pie refrigerated—it stays fresh for up to 3 days (if it lasts that long!).

✔ Make it fancy! Garnish with fresh lemon slices or a sprinkle of lemon zest for a beautiful presentation.

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This Lemon Supreme Pie is the perfect combination of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors. Try it out and let us know what you think!