Kittencal's Lemon Cream Cheese Pie

Indulge in the zesty, creamy delight of Kittencal's Lemon Cream Cheese Pie—an effortlessly elegant dessert perfect for any occasion. This no-fail recipe starts with a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, providing the ideal foundation for a luscious lemon-infused cream cheese filling. Sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and vibrant lemon zest create a harmonious balance of tartness and sweetness, while a velvety whipped cream topping adds a luxurious finish. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of hands-on time, this chilled pie makes for a refreshing treat with a bright citrus kick. Garnish with lemon slices or zest for a show-stopping presentation, and enjoy a dessert that’s as stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:28 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 0 optional lemon slices or zest (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the cream cheese, mixing until fully combined.

Step 7

Mix in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until the filling is smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Pour the lemon cream cheese mixture into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

In another mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

Step 10

Spread the whipped cream over the lemon filling, creating decorative swirls if desired.

Step 11

Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.

Step 12

Before serving, garnish with fresh lemon slices or extra lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1316.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4509.0

Total Fat 281.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 165.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 812.0mg	0%
Sodium 2408.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 432.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 324.2g
Protein 59.0g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1486.4mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2144.2mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 38.4%