Description
This No Bake Lemon Pie is a refreshing, creamy dessert featuring a luscious lemon filling made from sweetened condensed milk and freshly squeezed lemon juice, all nestled in a crisp pie crust. Perfect for a quick yet impressive treat, it requires no oven baking and is topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh berries for a burst of color and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 delicious pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling
- 2 cups sweetened condensed milk
- 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Toppings
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Fresh strawberries or blueberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Pour 2 cups of sweetened condensed milk into a mixing bowl.
- Add Lemon Juice: Gently add 3/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the bowl. Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the creamy lemon mixture into your prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover the base and edges uniformly.
- Chill the Pie: Place the pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for about 2 hours or until the filling is fully set and firm.
- Serve: Before serving, top the pie with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
- Garnish: Optionally, add fresh strawberries or blueberries on top for extra flavor and a pop of color.
- Slice and Enjoy: Slice the pie into 8 servings and savor this delightful, refreshing dessert.
Notes
- You can use a store-bought graham cracker or pastry pie crust to save time.
- For best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of bottled.
- If you prefer a tangier pie, adjust the amount of lemon juice accordingly.
- This pie needs at least 2 hours of chilling to properly set, so plan ahead.
- Keep the pie refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain freshness.
- Adding fresh berries is optional but adds a lovely contrast and freshness.
