Description
A delightful dessert that combines rich creaminess with refreshing lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Optional: Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Whipped Cream: Pour the heavy cream into a mixing bowl. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, being careful not to overbeat.
- Combine Lemon Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Fold in the Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture with a spatula.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the lemon filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill the Pie: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight preferred).
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice into wedges and serve chilled. Garnish with optional lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor, and consider chilling your mixing tools for fluffier whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lemon pie, dessert, easy recipe, no bake, summer dessert, creamy pie