Lemon Icebox Pie
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3.4
Lemon Icebox Pie
Description
The Lemon Icebox Pie recipe constructs a crust from graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter that is pressed and baked to create a crunchy base. The filling combines fresh lemon juice and zest with sweetened condensed milk and egg yolks, producing a sweet yet tart custard. Baking the pie at moderate heat sets the edges while leaving the center with a gentle jiggle, which firms further during chilling.
This dessert balances sweetness and acidity with the creamy texture from condensed milk and egg yolks. The graham cracker crust adds a buttery crunch that contrasts the smooth filling. Serving the pie well chilled enhances its refreshing qualities, especially in warm weather. Homemade whipped cream can be served alongside to add richness.
The easy-to-make crust and minimal baking time make this pie accessible for home cooks. The filling ingredients require no additional thickeners, relying on eggs and condensed milk for stability. Preparing the pie a day ahead enhances flavor and texture as it sets fully in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (I buy the boxed crumbs but it is about 14 graham crackers ifyou are making your own crumbs)
- 1/4 cups sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 1/4 cups lemon juice 6-8 lemons, fresh
- 24 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 8 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons lemon finely grated, zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a bowl mix together graham cracker crumbs and sugar.
- Add melted butter to mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Pat the graham cracker mixture into a greased pie pan making sure to go up the sides to create a nice crust.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes then remove from oven and let cool.
- While the crust bakes and cools mix the rest if the ingredients together in a bowl.
- Pour the mixture into the crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set and the middle still jiggles slightly.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before covering it with plastic wrap and placing it in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours ( I recommend overnight).
- Serve with homemade whipped cream!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 157mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 215mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 277mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 492IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 191mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3.4
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