Old fashioned lemon pie –Ah, the sweet nostalgia of summer desserts! There’s something magical about a classic Old Fashioned Lemon Icebox Pie that takes you right back to Grandma’s house. The zesty lemon combined with a cool, creamy filling has a way of making life feel just a bit brighter. Let’s whip up this classic and indulge in the tart sweetness that brings smiles, sunshine, and maybe even a little splatter of whipped cream on your nose!
Old Fashioned Lemon Icebox Pie
Get ready to turn your kitchen into the ultimate dessert haven with this delightful recipe! Perfect for that hot day when you need something to cool down and satisfy your sweet tooth. Now, let’s gather our ingredients and get to work!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (to really amp up that lemon flavor)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (for that whipped topping magic)
- Additional lemon zest and whipped cream for garnish (because why not?)
Instructions:
- First things first! Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Let’s get this party started!
- In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until everything is moistened and crumbly. Press this glorious mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a pie pan. Bake for about 8-10 minutes until golden. Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg yolks. Mix like your mixer’s life depends on it until it’s nice and smooth. Pour this sunny mixture over your cooled crust.
- Pop it back into the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. The filling should be set but still a little jiggly in the center, like a happy belly after dessert.
- Once it’s done, take it out, let it cool completely, and then refrigerate it for at least 4 hours (or overnight if you’re feeling patient).
- Before serving, whip that heavy cream until you get soft peaks. Spread it atop your chilled pie like a fluffy cloud of goodness. Finish with some extra lemon zest and dollops of whipped cream to make it look fancy!
- Slice it up, serve it to your friends and family, and watch those smiles light up like fireworks!
Enjoy your homemade Old Fashioned Lemon Icebox Pie that will have everyone begging for seconds! It’s refreshing, delicious, and oh-so-perfect for those sunny days. Happy baking!