Description
This Cream Cheese Lemonade Pie is a refreshing no-bake dessert featuring a creamy lemon-flavored filling in a crisp graham cracker crust. With a perfect balance of tart and sweet, it combines cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and lemonade mix to create a light, fluffy treat that’s ideal for summer or any occasion when you want a cool, easy-to-make pie.
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 packet (0.3 oz) instant lemonade drink mix or 1/3 cup frozen lemonade concentrate
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Garnish (optional)
- Extra whipped topping or lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps for a velvety texture.
- Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the cream cheese and continue beating until well combined and silky smooth.
- Incorporate Lemon Flavor: Stir in the instant lemonade drink mix or frozen lemonade concentrate along with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing thoroughly to infuse the filling with bright citrus flavor.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the lemon mixture until the filling is light, airy, and fully blended.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the creamy filling into the prepared graham cracker crust and spread evenly with a spatula for a smooth surface.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until firm and set, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to solidify.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with extra whipped topping or lemon slices for an extra touch of elegance and flavor.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemonade concentrate slightly or add a few drops of lemon extract.
- This pie can be frozen for a firmer texture; thaw slightly before serving.
- Be sure to soften the cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother filling.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the brightest taste.
