No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie
No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie is a creamy, refreshing dessert made with cream cheese, fresh lemon juice, and sweetened condensed milk.It comes together in minutes with a graham cracker crust.Simply chill, top with whipped cream, and serve cold.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch graham cracker crust
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Beat with an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest.
- Continue mixing until the filling is silky smooth with no lumps.
- Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust.
- Smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Top with whipped cream just before serving.
- Slice and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Homemade graham cracker crust works just as well.
- Cool Whip may be used instead of freshly whipped cream.
- For a stronger citrus flavor, add extra lemon zest.
- Lime juice can replace lemon juice for a delicious variation.
- Serve with fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.