Grannie's Lemon Pie

Transport your taste buds back to simpler times with Grannie's Lemon Pie, a timeless dessert brimming with nostalgic charm and zesty flavor. This recipe combines a buttery graham cracker crust with a luscious, tangy lemon filling made from fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and creamy sweetened condensed milk. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short bake, this pie is both quick and easy to make, yet its flavor suggests the care of a well-loved family tradition. Topped with airy whipped cream and a garnish of lemon slices, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious—perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion in need of a citrusy pick-me-up. Keywords: lemon pie recipe, easy lemon dessert, classic homemade pie, citrus dessert, graham cracker crust pie.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup (optional, for serving) whipped cream
• 1 slice (optional, for garnish) lemon slices

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.

Step 3

Pour the melted butter into the bowl and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.

Step 4

Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.

Step 5

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, then remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Pour the lemon filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Return the pie to the oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, or until the filling is just set.

Step 9

Allow the pie to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until fully set.

Step 10

Before serving, top with whipped cream if desired, and garnish with a slice of lemon for extra flair.

Step 11

Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of this classic lemon pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(917.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3135.3

Total Fat 149.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 916.9mg	0%
Sodium 1625.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 407.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 304.5g
Protein 53.5g	0%

Vitamin D 110.7IU	0%
Calcium 1342.5mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1988.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 51.2%