Description
These Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars are a no-bake dessert made with a graham cracker crust, creamy lemon filling, and whipped topping—perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Lemon Cream Filling:
- 1 can (14 oz sweetened condensed milk)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 1–2 drops yellow food coloring
Topping:
- 8 oz whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)
- Optional: lemon slices (zest, fresh berries)
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into an 8x8-inch pan. Chill.
- Whisk sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla (add food coloring if desired).
- Pour filling over crust. Chill 3 hours or overnight until firm.
- Spread whipped topping over set filling. Garnish with lemon or berries.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
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Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
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Crust can be baked at 350°F for 8 minutes if a firmer base is desired.
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Line pan with parchment for easier slicing.
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Store in fridge up to 4 days or freeze (without topping) for 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 290