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Creamy Lemonade Pie Recipe Easy Homemade with Crunchy Graham Cracker Crust

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A quick and easy creamy lemonade pie with a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for a refreshing and comforting dessert that tastes like summer in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until crumbs are evenly coated and mixture holds together when pressed.
  2. Transfer crumb mixture to a 9-inch pie dish. Press firmly and evenly on the bottom and slightly up the sides to compact the crust.
  3. Bake crust for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and golden brown. Remove and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk while beating until fully combined and silky.
  6. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), and vanilla extract until smooth. The filling will thicken as lemon juice reacts with cream cheese and condensed milk.
  7. Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Refrigerate pie for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow filling to set.
  9. Slice and serve chilled. Garnish with thin lemon slices or a sprinkle of zest if desired.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Press crust firmly to keep it crunchy. Chill pie at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture. Baking the crust is recommended for flavor and texture but can be skipped for a no-bake version with longer chilling. Fresh lemon juice is preferred for best flavor and thickening. Variations include adding berries, herbs, or using gluten-free/dairy-free substitutes.

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Keywords: lemonade pie, creamy pie, graham cracker crust, easy dessert, summer pie, no-bake pie option, lemon dessert

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