Description
This Easy Lemon Cream Pie is a refreshing dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a tangy, creamy lemon filling. Topped with whipped cream and lemon zest, this no-fuss pie is perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a sunny summer day or a sweet citrus craving, this pie will impress with its zesty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or gluten-free graham crackers)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Lemon Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Topping:
- 1/2 cup whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Extra lemon zest or lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of the pie pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture.
- Spread the lemon cream filling evenly into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, lemon zest, or lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers.
- Coconut cream can be substituted for heavy cream to make this dairy-free.
- Adjust the sweetness of the filling by adding more powdered sugar if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Pies
- Method: No-Bake with Baked Crust
- Cuisine: American