Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
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. Stir in melted butter, flour, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the lemon mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Place the dish in a larger pan and fill the outer pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set. Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.