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Zesty Greek Lemon Buttermilk Pie with Almond Biscuit Crust

Experience the rich, tangy flavors of Greek lemon pie with a unique buttermilk twist, all nestled in a crisp almond biscuit crust.

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Zesty Greek Lemon Buttermilk Pie with Almond Biscuit Crust
Prep
30 min
Cook
1 h 30 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
8

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Almond Biscuit Crust

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Combine ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Press into pan

    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan.

Preparing the Lemon Buttermilk Filling

  1. 1

    Whisk eggs and sugar

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and creamy.

    Tip: For best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Add remaining ingredients

    Add the buttermilk, lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, and salt. Mix until smooth.

    Tip: Ensure there are no lumps in the filling mixture for a smooth texture.

  3. 3

    Pour filling

    Pour the filling into the prepared crust.

    Tip: Chill the crust before adding the filling to prevent it from becoming soggy.

Timing & Heat Guide

  1. 1

    Pre-bake the crust

    10 min at 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Bake the filled pie

    40 min at 350°F (175°C).

How to Make Zesty Greek Lemon Buttermilk Pie with Almond Biscuit Crust

Total time: 2 h · Yields 8 servings

  1. 1

    Baking the Pie

    Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven.

  2. 2

    Checking for Doneness

    The pie is ready when the filling is just set and jiggles slightly in the center.

  3. 3

    Cooling

    Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving.

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