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Creamy No-Bake Lemon Icebox Pie Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Fluffy Whipped Topping

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A refreshing, tangy no-bake lemon icebox pie with a smooth lemon filling and a fluffy homemade whipped topping, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to make without an oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets), finely crushed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold (or full-fat coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until evenly coated and mixture holds together when pressed. Press firmly into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  2. Make the lemon filling: In a large bowl, whisk sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks until smooth (about 2 minutes). Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and pinch of salt. Whisk continuously until mixture thickens slightly and becomes glossy (3-4 minutes).
  3. Assemble the pie: Pour lemon filling over chilled crust, spreading evenly. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  4. Prepare the whipped topping: Beat cold heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form (3-5 minutes). Avoid overwhipping.
  5. Top and serve: Spread or pipe whipped topping over set lemon filling. Optionally sprinkle additional lemon zest or thin lemon slices on top. Serve chilled, slicing with a warm knife for clean cuts.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and filling firmness. Chill the crust before adding filling to prevent sogginess. Whip cream just until stiff peaks form to avoid graininess. Use pasteurized egg yolks if concerned about raw eggs. The pie tastes better after chilling overnight. For dairy-free, substitute coconut condensed milk and coconut cream. Variations include adding fresh berries or using gluten-free crust alternatives.

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