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Creamy Lemon Cream Pie

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A fresh and light lemon cream pie with a tangy citrus filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion and easy to make in five simple steps.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Thin lemon slices or twists (optional, for garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly coated and crumbly. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 8 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and let cool completely (about 20 minutes).
  2. In a chilled bowl, beat cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Set aside in the fridge.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and beat until combined. Stir in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract if using until smooth and slightly thick.
  4. Gently fold whipped cream into the lemon cream cheese mixture using a spatula, folding slowly to keep the airy texture.
  5. Pour filling into cooled crust and smooth the top. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

Notes

Do not rush the chilling step; the pie needs at least 4 hours to set properly. To prevent a soggy crust, optionally brush the crust with melted chocolate or jam before adding the filling. Use cold cream and a chilled bowl for best whipping results. Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airy texture. Fresh lemon juice is preferred for brightness. For faster chilling, freeze for about an hour but avoid freezing solid.

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