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  1. 1Classic Lemon BarsClassic Lemon BarsThe buttery shortbread gives you somewhere to land after the sharp lemon filling. Use regular lemons for a clean bite, and cool the pan completely before cutting so the custard keeps a tidy edge.0
  2. 2Lemon Meringue PieLemon Meringue PieA thick lemon filling does the tart work under the sweet meringue. Give yourself a slice tall enough to include crust, filling, and topping in the same bite. The contrast makes each layer easier to taste.0
  3. 3French Lemon TartFrench Lemon TartA thin pastry shell holds a smooth lemon curd. The shallow slice leaves less space between the crisp crust and the tart filling than a deep pie does. Try it with nothing more than a spoonful of unsweetened whipped cream.0
  4. 4Lemon PossetLemon PossetLemon juice makes a mixture of hot cream and sugar set as it chills. The citrus comes through a soft spoonful of cream instead of a baked crust or a whipped topping. Pour it into small glasses if you want a dessert you can finish ahead.0
  5. 5Shaker Lemon PieShaker Lemon PiePaper-thin lemon slices and their peel give the filling a little bitterness alongside the juice. Let the slices sit with sugar before baking so the whole fruit softens into the pie. Choose it when you like the taste of lemon marmalade.0
  6. 6Lemon Pudding CakesLemon Pudding CakesOne batter bakes into two distinct textures: sponge above and lemon sauce below. Break through the top with a spoon and take a little of both together. Individual ramekins keep each serving’s bottom layer where you want it.0
  7. 7Lemon Icebox PieLemon Icebox PieCondensed milk rounds off the acidity of the lemon filling and a crumb crust gives it a little crunch. Chill it well so you can cut slender wedges and the first taste is cool lemon rather than warm pastry.0
  8. 8Lemon Chiffon PieLemon Chiffon PieAn aerated lemon filling sets into a light slice that takes up more room on the plate than on the palate. The crust gives it a solid base without losing the effect of the airy filling. Try it when lemon meringue seems like too much topping.0
  9. 9Lemon Icebox CakeLemon Icebox CakeTart lemon curd runs between layers of vanilla wafers and whipped cream cheese. As the cake chills, the wafers soften enough to cut into slices. Choose it when you want lemon throughout a dessert you can assemble ahead.0
  10. 10Arizona Sunshine Lemon PieArizona Sunshine Lemon PieA blender turns a whole lemon with its ends and seeds removed, including its peel, into a smooth filling. The peel leaves a little bitterness, which makes this a more assertive slice than a pie made only with juice. It’s a good next choice if you already like Shaker lemon pie.0