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Creamy Frozen Lemon Pie Recipe with Crunchy Graham Cracker Crust Easy and Perfect

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A silky, tangy, and refreshingly cold lemon pie with a satisfyingly crunchy graham cracker crust. This no-bake frozen dessert is quick, easy, and perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 medium lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin inside a sealed plastic bag.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Compact tightly using the bottom of a glass.
  4. Bake crust for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. Let cool completely before filling.
  5. Make the Lemon Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  6. In a separate chilled bowl, beat heavy cream with a mixer until soft peaks form. Avoid overbeating.
  7. Gently fold whipped cream into the lemon mixture using a spatula to keep filling light and airy.
  8. Assemble the Pie: Pour lemon filling into cooled graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
  9. Cover pie with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  10. Serving: Remove from freezer about 10 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Garnish with extra lemon zest, whipped cream, or thin lemon slices if desired.
  11. Slice carefully with a warm, sharp knife (dip knife in hot water and wipe dry between cuts for clean edges).

Notes

For dairy-free version, substitute sweetened condensed milk with coconut condensed milk and heavy cream with coconut cream. Baking the crust longer can prevent sogginess. Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airiness. Freeze overnight for best texture and flavor. Use a warm knife for clean slicing.

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