Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Lemon Icebox Pie, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This creamy pie features a classic graham cracker crust paired with a luscious filling made from fresh lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk. Its balance of sweetness and tartness offers a bright, zesty flavor that’s ideal for summer gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply as a light treat after dinner. With minimal ingredients and an easy preparation process, this no-bake pie is sure to impress your family and friends. Chill it to perfection and serve it topped with fluffy whipped cream for an irresistible finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- Two 14 oz cans sweetened condensed milk
- 8 large egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks until pale and fluffy; then combine with the lemon mixture.
- Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set.
- Cool on a rack, then refrigerate for at least 5 hours.
- For the topping, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; spread over the cooled pie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of the pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg