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No-Bake Lemonade Pie

A refreshing dessert that captures the joy of summer with bright, tangy lemon flavor and a creamy texture, all without baking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 9-inch graham cracker crust Store-bought or homemade; can swap for an Oreo crust.
For the filling
  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk For a lighter twist, substitute half with evaporated milk and sweeten to taste.
  • 1 cup cold lemonade Homemade or store-bought; fresh-squeezed deepens the flavor.
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice About 3 lemons; fresh is brighter, but bottled can be used.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened; can swap with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Adds aromatic sparkle.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds and softens the tart edges.
  • optional Whipped cream or meringue for topping Fresh berries are lovely too.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soften the cream cheese by leaving it out for about 20 minutes until it becomes soft and easy to whip.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, then add the sweetened condensed milk and continue to beat until silky.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice, lemonade, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Taste for sweetness and tartness, adjusting with sugar or more lemon juice as necessary.
  5. Pour the lemon filling into the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top.
Chilling
  1. Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Serving
  1. Before serving, top with whipped cream, lemon zest, or thin lemon slices.
  2. For added crunch, scatter candied lemon peel or crushed graham crackers on top.

Notes

Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Can freeze for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in the fridge before serving. Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and zest before juicing for easier preparation.