Indulge in a slice of heaven with this out-of-this-world pie recipe. Made with a buttery crust, silky smooth filling, and a generous topping of fluffy whipped cream, this pie is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors will have you coming back for seconds. Best of all, it's super easy to make, so you can enjoy a homemade pie without spending hours in the kitchen. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg yolks until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cooled pie, covering the filling completely.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to allow it to set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!