Easy Lemon Cream Cheese Pie: A Creamy Delight for Every Occasion
A refreshing and simple dessert that is perfect for any occasion, this Easy Lemon Cream Cheese Pie combines the tartness of lemons with the creaminess of cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Add the lemon juice and zest, and fold until incorporated.
- Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter pie, adjust the sugar to taste.
- Top with fresh berries for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg