Description
This No-Bake Cream Cheese Lemonade Pie is a refreshing, zesty dessert that’s quick to prepare and perfect for summer or any time you crave a sweet-tart treat. Creamy, tangy, and topped with a cloud of whipped topping, it’s all nestled in a classic graham cracker crust — and best of all, you don’t even have to turn on the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
- 1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping, thawed
Garnish (Optional)
- Lemon slices or zest, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for the silkiest texture.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and continue to beat the mixture until it is fully combined and silky, scraping down the bowl as needed.
- Incorporate Lemonade Concentrate: Mix in the thawed lemonade concentrate, blending until the filling is evenly flavored and smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently add the thawed whipped topping, folding just until the mixture is fully incorporated but still light and airy. Be careful not to over-mix and deflate the filling.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the creamy lemonade filling into the pre-made graham cracker crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
- Chill the Pie: Place the pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 4 hours, or until the filling is set and sliceable.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, top with lemon slices or a sprinkle of lemon zest, if desired, for a fresh citrusy finish.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure cream cheese is properly softened before mixing.
- You can use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping if desired.
- Chill the pie overnight for an extra-firm texture and deeper flavor.
- Try using limeade concentrate for a lime-flavored variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg