Tasty No Bake Lemon Pie
This Tasty No Bake Lemon Pie is a simple yet flavorful dessert that combines a creamy lemon filling with a crumbly graham cracker crust, offering a refreshing treat without the need for baking.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until mixed well. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon filling until just combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Once set, slice and serve chilled, garnished as desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers. Consider adding fresh herbs for extra flavor. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.