Frozen Whipped Lemonade Pie (Easy No-Bake Summer Dessert)
AndreeaB
Frozen Whipped Lemonade Pie is the ultimate no-bake summer dessert! Made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy lemon filling, this easy frozen pie is perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and summer gatherings.
1 ½cupsgraham cracker crumbs (about 10 full graham cracker sheets) plus extra if using it for topping as well170g
2tbspgranulated sugar
6tbspunsalted butter, melted85g
apinchof salt
For the lemonade concentrate (if you are not using store-bought)
½cupfresh lemon juice120g
½cupgranulated sugar120g
zestof2 lemons
For the filling
8ouncesfull-fat cream cheese, softened225g
114-ouncecan sweetened condensed milk397g
1 can6-ouncefrozen lemonade concentrate (if store-bought), thawed (or use the homemade one)170g
1cupheavy whipping cream250ml
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Stir in the melted butter until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full graham cracker sheets) plus extra if using it for topping as well, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, a pinch of salt
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
Bake for 8 minutes, then allow the crust to cool completely.
Step 2: Make the Homemade Lemonade Concentrate
In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, sugar, and lemon zest.
½ cup fresh lemon juice, ½ cup granulated sugar, zest of 2 lemons
Heat over medium-low heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly syrupy.
Allow the concentrate to cool completely before using.
Step 3: Prepare the Filling
Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
Add the sweetened condensed milk and mix until fully combined.
1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
Slowly pour in the cooled lemonade concentrate while mixing until the filling is silky and smooth.
1 can 6-ounce frozen lemonade concentrate (if store-bought), thawed (or use the homemade one)
Step 4: Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Using a spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture until no streaks remain.
The filling should be light, fluffy, and airy.
Step 5: Assemble the Pie
Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Cover and freeze for at least 4 to 6 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
Before serving, let the pie sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes to soften slightly for easy slicing.
Notes
Should I Cover It With Plastic Wrap Or Foil?
Plastic wrap first, then foil over the top is the gold-standard combo.
Let the pie fully chill first for about 1 hour in the fridge or freezer.
This firms up the surface so the plastic wrap won’t stick to the filling.