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The Best Creamy No-Bake Lemon Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

A close-up of a slice of creamy lemon pie with a graham cracker crust, topped with piped whipped cream and bright lemon zest.
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This no-bake lemon pie delivers a bright, zesty, and creamy filling set in a buttery graham cracker crust. It is an easy make-ahead dessert perfect for summer or any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (or homemade whipped cream)
  • Extra lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
  2. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Chill the crust in the freezer for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.
  3. Make the creamy filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined and slightly thickened.
  4. Gently fold half of the thawed whipped topping into the lemon mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the creamy lemon filling into the chilled graham cracker crust and spread evenly.
  6. Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is firm. This is an easy make-ahead dessert.
  7. Before serving, top the pie with the remaining whipped topping. Garnish with extra lemon zest.
  8. Slice and serve this refreshing citrus pie cold.

Notes

  • For an extra tangy lemon pie, increase the lemon zest to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
  • If you prefer a Southern lemon pie texture, you can substitute the graham cracker crust with a saltine cracker crust base.
  • This pie sets best when chilled overnight, making it a perfect make-ahead lemon dessert.

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