Lemon Hand Pie

Lemon Hand Pie is a delightful, portable pastry featuring a flaky, buttery crust encasing a sweet and tangy lemon filling. Originating from American home baking, it's a handheld version of a classic lemon pie, often enjoyed as a dessert or snack. The filling typically combines lemon juice, zest, sugar, and a thickener like cornstarch, sometimes with added egg for richness.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the refined flour crust and sugar-laden filling. It provides a quick energy boost but is not a significant source of protein or fiber, with a rough calorie count of around 300-400 kcal per standard-sized pie.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	25 g
Sodium	220 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Potassium	90 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Folate	60 mcg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 hand pie (approx. 110 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, hand pies represent a tradition of portable, comforting desserts in American cuisine, perfect for picnics and gatherings. Nutritionally, the lemon zest offers a concentrated source of vitamin C and antioxidants, providing a bright, fresh contrast to the rich pastry.