Description
Cool “refreshing lemonade pie” brings zesty summer comfort to classic dessert lovers. Creamy citrus layers create perfect balance between sweet and tangy, promising delightful moments with each delectable slice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) container frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Garnish Ingredients:
- Lemon slices
- Whipped cream
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Craft a crumbly foundation by thoroughly blending graham cracker fragments with granulated sweetener and molten butter, ensuring an even, cohesive texture.
- Press the graham mixture deliberately into a 9-inch pie vessel, carefully coating the entire surface from bottom to edges with uniform pressure.
- Chill the prepared crust in the refrigerator while assembling the silky filling.
- Whisk sweetened condensed milk with tangy lemonade concentrate until the mixture transforms into a vibrant, zesty base.
- Gently incorporate whipped topping into the lemonade mixture, folding with delicate motions to maintain a light, airy consistency.
- Transfer the creamy filling into the chilled crust, using a spatula to distribute evenly and create a smooth, lustrous surface.
- Place the pie in the refrigerator, allowing it to set and firm for a minimum of four hours, though overnight chilling yields optimal results.
- Prior to serving, embellish with delicate lemon medallions, cloudlike whipped cream dollops, or sprigs of fresh mint for an elegant presentation.
- Slice the pie with a sharp knife, revealing the luscious, zesty layers, and serve immediately to capture maximum refreshing flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and prevent lumps in the filling.
- Replace graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Experiment with different citrus concentrates like lime or orange for unique flavor variations that’ll surprise your taste buds.
- Create a lighter version by using low-fat sweetened condensed milk and reduced-fat whipped topping without compromising the delicious tangy taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg