No Bake Lemon Pie
This No Bake Lemon Pie combines a creamy, tangy lemon filling with a crunchy graham cracker crust, offering a refreshing citrus burst without needing to bake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 pre-made graham cracker crust (or homemade if preferred)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tsp vanilla extract
Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until everything is fully incorporated.
- Pour the lemon mixture into the pre-made graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or until it’s firm and set.
- Once the pie is set, top with whipped cream, if desired, and garnish with additional lemon zest or slices for decoration.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious No Bake Lemon Pie!
Notes
- You can make this pie ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- For a different flavor, try using vanilla wafer, digestive biscuits, or shortbread cookies for the crust.
- Feel free to add shredded coconut for a tropical twist or top with fresh berries for added fruitiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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