No-Bake Lemon Cream Pie – Light, Creamy & Refreshingly Sweet

No-Bake Lemon Cream Pie – Light, Creamy & Refreshingly Sweet

When sunshine meets dessert, you get this No-Bake Lemon Cream Pie — a slice of zesty heaven that’s equal parts creamy, tangy, and sweet. With a buttery graham cracker crust, silky lemon filling, and a cloud of whipped topping, it’s the kind of dessert that’s both easy to make and impossible to forget. Whether you’re serving guests on a warm day or simply treating yourself to something light and luscious, this pie brings all the brightness of lemon in a smooth, chilled form. At deesviral, we love no-fuss desserts that wow with every bite — and this lemon pie does just that.

Ingredients

For the Crust:
• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons melted butter

For the Creamy Lemon Filling:
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• ½ cup lemon juice (fresh for best flavor)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:
• 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
• ½ cup lemon curd (optional, for a glossy finish)
• Lemon slices or zest for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust:
   In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the freezer while you make the filling.

2. Make the lemon filling:
   In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Slowly add the sweetened condensed milk while continuing to beat. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined and creamy.

3. Assemble the pie:
   Pour the lemon filling into the chilled graham cracker crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Spread a thin layer of lemon curd on top if desired for extra lemony flavor and shine.

4. Chill to set:
   Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. The filling will firm up into a perfectly sliceable texture.

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5. Top and serve:
   Before serving, add dollops or swirls of whipped topping around the edges or center of the pie. Garnish with fresh lemon slices or a sprinkle of zest for a bright, cheerful finish.