Description
Creamy Magnolia Lemon Pie with Whipped Topping is a timeless Southern-inspired dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a silky smooth lemon filling, and a cloud of fluffy whipped topping. This easy no-bake pie delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, making it ideal for spring celebrations, summer picnics, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a refreshing citrus dessert.
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Lemon Filling
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Whipped Topping
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Garnishes
- Lemon slices
- Extra lemon zest
- Fresh mint leaves
- Crushed graham crackers
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined. Firmly press into a 9-inch pie dish. Refrigerate for 20 minutes or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes, then cool completely.
- Make the lemon filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until silky and lump-free.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the lemon filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until completely set.
- Prepare the topping and serve: Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie and garnish with lemon slices, fresh zest, mint leaves, or graham cracker crumbs before serving.
Notes
Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives the brightest flavor. Chill the pie overnight for the creamiest texture and clean slices. For extra stability, refrigerate the mixing bowl before whipping the cream. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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