Ingredients
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
⅓ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup fresh lemon juice
¼ cup fresh lemon zest
4 large egg yolks
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until a dough forms
Press the crust mixture firmly into an 8-inch pie dish
Bake crust for 12 minutes until golden, then let cool
In a separate bowl, whisk condensed milk until smooth
Add fresh lemon juice and zest, blending well. Gently fold in egg yolks
Pour the filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for 4-6 hours until set
Serve chilled with optional lemon slices garnish
Notes
The crust can be made with coconut oil for a vegan-friendly crust
Fresh lemon juice and zest are essential for vibrant flavor; avoid bottled lemon juice for better taste
Chill thoroughly to ensure proper setting
- Prep Time: 18
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: No-Bake Creamy Desserts
- Method: No-bake and Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg