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Impossible Lemon Pie

A classic vintage-style lemon pie that magically forms its own crust while baking, resulting in a creamy, bright, and effortless dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut optional
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
Filling
  • powdered sugar for dusting
  • lemon slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Add eggs, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, melted butter, vanilla, milk, and coconut to a blender.
  3. Blend until fully combined and smooth.
  4. Let mixture rest for 2 minutes to settle.
  5. Pour into the prepared pie dish.
  6. Bake 40–50 minutes until set and lightly golden.
  7. Cool on a wire rack, then refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with lemon slices before serving.

Notes

Chilling improves slicing quality. Coconut can be omitted for a smoother pie.