Indulge in the tangy sweetness of this refreshing Lemonade Pie. Made with a graham cracker crust and a creamy lemon filling, it's the perfect dessert to cool you down on a hot summer day. The pie is simple to make and requires only a handful of ingredients. Serve it chilled with a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful and refreshing treat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream and lemon slices, for garnish
Directions
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture until fully incorporated.
- Pour the lemonade filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Once chilled, garnish the pie with whipped cream and lemon slices.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Lemonade Pie is a classic American dessert that dates back to the 19th century.
Adding lemon zest enhances the citrus flavor and adds a burst of freshness to the pie.
You can also use store-bought graham cracker crust if you're short on time.
For a twist, you can substitute lime juice and zest for a zesty limeade pie.