Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy. Add butter and mix well.
- Stir in flour, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the lemon mixture.
- Pour batter into prepared baking dish. Place dish in a larger pan filled with hot water (about 1 inch deep).
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until top is golden and center is set. Let cool before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.