Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prepared graham cracker crust (9-inch)
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Instructions
- Cream the Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the cream cheese, beating until well incorporated. Mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture, ensuring not to deflate the cream. Mix until just combined, with no streaks.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the creamy lemon filling into the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow it to set firmly.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, add a sprinkle of lemon zest or decorate with thin lemon slices to enhance the visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours