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Creamy Lemon Pie Recipe

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This Creamy Lemon Pie recipe features a luscious, tangy lemon filling on a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with whipped cream for the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It’s an easy and refreshing dessert ideal for spring and summer gatherings. Keywords: Creamy Lemon Pie, lemon dessert, easy lemon pie, graham cracker lemon pie.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 6 tbsp melted butter

For the Filling:

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden and set. Let cool.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  3. Bake the Pie: Pour the lemon filling into the cooled crust. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  4. Whipped Topping: In a large bowl, beat heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  5. Finish: Once the pie is fully chilled, spread or pipe the whipped cream on top. Garnish with extra lemon zest or thin lemon slices if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Adjust the sweetness by adding a little extra sugar if you prefer a sweeter pie.
  • For a stronger lemon flavor, add an additional tablespoon of lemon zest.
  • The pie can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge for convenience.

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