No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie Recipe
A refreshing and creamy no-bake lemon icebox pie featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust filled with a tangy lemon cream cheese and whipped cream mixture. Perfect for a quick, easy dessert with bright citrus flavor and a smooth texture, ideal for warm days or anytime you crave a light, zesty treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and the mixture is well combined.
- Form the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to create an even crust. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill and set while you prepare the filling.
- Make the lemon filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lemon zest. Continue mixing until the filling is fully combined and smooth.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture.
- Combine filling and whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon cream cheese mixture, taking care to maintain the airy texture and blend all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the combined filling into the prepared graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the pie and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is fully set.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with additional lemon zest or a dollop of whipped cream for added decoration and flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice for bright flavor.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened properly to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Refrigerate the pie for the full chilling time to ensure it sets well and slices cleanly.
- You can substitute whipped topping for heavy cream if preferred, though heavy cream gives the best texture.
- To add extra citrus flavor, serve with lemon slices or a drizzle of lemon syrup.
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