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Southern Lemon Icebox Pie

Southern Lemon Icebox Pie: A Slice of Southern Comfort

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This Classic Southern Lemon Icebox Pie is a refreshing no-bake dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a light, tangy lemon filling. Perfect for hot days or anytime you're craving something sweet, cool, and easy to make.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Filling:

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • 1 cup heavy cream (whipped to stiff peaks)

Optional Garnish:

  • Whipped cream

  • Lemon slices or zest

  • Fresh berries or raspberry sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into a 9-inch pie dish and chill.

  2. Make the filling: Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.

  3. Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

  4. Fold and fill: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture. Pour into crust and smooth the top.

  5. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

  6. Serve: Garnish as desired and enjoy cold.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.

  • For a firmer pie, blend in 4 oz of cream cheese with the filling.

  • Can be made a day ahead for convenience.

  • To make gluten-free, use GF graham crackers.

  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://jenniferrecipes.com/southern-lemon-icebox-pie-a-slice-of-southern-comfort/