Description
This No-Bake Lemon Pie is a creamy, zesty dessert that's perfect for warm weather. With a graham cracker crust and a luscious lemon filling, it's an easy and refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- For the Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- For Garnish (optional):
- Lemon slices
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Form the Crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes to set.
- Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined.
- Add Lemon Juice and Zest: Pour in the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until the filling is smooth and well combined.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until no streaks remain, keeping the mixture light and airy.
- Fill the Crust: Spoon the lemon filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set. For best results, chill overnight.
- Serve: Once set, slice the pie and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
For a lime variation, substitute lime juice and zest. Top with fresh berries for added flavor. To make it dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg