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Creamy Lemonade Pie

Creamy Lemonade Pie
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Creamy Lemonade Pie is a refreshing dessert that combines the bright tang of fresh lemons with smooth, velvety creaminess. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious lemon filling balanced perfectly between tart and sweet, this pie is an elegant yet easy-to-make treat ideal for summer or any occasion.

Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Filling

  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream or whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs, then mix with melted butter and sugar. Press the mixture evenly into a pie dish and chill in the refrigerator to set firmly while preparing the filling.
  2. Whisk the Filling Ingredients: In a bowl, vigorously whisk together fresh lemon juice, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon zest, and sugar until fully combined and smooth, ensuring an evenly balanced tart and sweet creamy base.
  3. Incorporate the Cream: Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture to keep the filling light and airy without losing richness.
  4. Assemble and Chill: Pour the creamy lemon filling into the chilled crust, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let the pie set completely and develop its flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once set, slice the pie and serve chilled, optionally garnished with lemon slices, zest, whipped cream, or fresh mint leaves.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemons for the brightest and most authentic flavor.
  • Be patient and chill the pie thoroughly for the best creamy texture.
  • Do not overwhip the cream; stop at soft peaks to avoid a grainy filling.
  • Taste the filling before assembling to adjust sweetness or tartness to your preference.
  • Press graham cracker crumbs firmly and evenly for a sturdy crust that holds up when slicing.

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Keywords: lemonade pie, creamy lemon pie, no-bake lemon dessert, summer dessert, lemon cream pie

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