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No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie Recipe

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This No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie is a refreshing and creamy dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a tangy lemon cream cheese filling. Perfect for warm days, this easy-to-make pie requires no baking and is chilled in the refrigerator until set, delivering a light, zesty treat with a smooth texture and bright lemon flavor.

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

  1. 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 resembles wet sand.
  2. Form the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, creating an even crust layer. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
  3. Mix the creamy base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the cream cheese, mixing thoroughly until the filling is fully combined and smooth.
  4. Whip the cream: In a separate, chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, which means the cream holds its shape firmly when the beaters are lifted.
  5. Combine filling and whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon and cream cheese mixture using a spatula, carefully mixing until fully incorporated but still light and airy.
  6. Assemble the pie: Pour the lemon filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even finish. Cover the pie with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is firm and set.
  7. Serve and garnish: Before serving, optionally garnish with additional lemon zest or dollops of whipped cream to enhance presentation and flavor.

Notes

  • You can substitute the graham cracker crust with digestive biscuits for a slightly different flavor.
  • For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest to 2 tablespoons.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature to avoid lumps in the filling.
  • Refrigeration time is crucial for the pie to set properly.
  • This pie is best served within 2 days of preparation for optimal texture and flavor.

Keywords: No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie, Lemon Pie, No-Bake Dessert, Easy Lemon Pie, Cream Cheese Pie, Summer Dessert, No Bake Pie

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