Best 2 Easy Southern Lemon Icebox Pie Recipes

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In the realm of classic Southern desserts, the Lemon Icebox Pie stands as a beacon of simplicity, freshness, and pure indulgence. This no-bake pie is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a crisp graham cracker crust, a velvety smooth lemon filling, and a fluffy whipped cream topping. Its name, "Icebox Pie," is a testament to its origins in the days before refrigeration, when the pie was chilled in an icebox to achieve its signature firm texture. Today, this delightful dessert continues to charm taste buds with its effortless preparation, making it a favorite among home bakers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

This recipe article offers a comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect Lemon Icebox Pie, complete with variations and additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Dive into the classic Lemon Icebox Pie recipe, where you'll learn how to create the perfect graham cracker crust, a luscious lemon filling bursting with citrusy goodness, and a cloud-like whipped cream topping. For those who prefer a tangy twist, the Key Lime Icebox Pie recipe awaits, offering a vibrant and refreshing take on the classic. If you're a chocolate lover, the Chocolate Icebox Pie recipe will satisfy your cravings with its rich and decadent filling. And for a fruity twist, the Strawberry Icebox Pie recipe will delight you with its sweet and juicy strawberry filling.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

EASY SOUTHERN LEMON ICEBOX PIE



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I was born and raised in Louisiana. As a result, cooking good southern comfort food is second nature to me. This is an easy southern Lemon Icebox Pie recipe that I've loved since I was a little girl. You won't be disappointed.

Provided by J_Suzanne

Categories     Pie

Time 10m

Yield 1 Pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) container whipped cream (Cool Whip)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup lemon juice (can be fresh or bottled)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 large prepared graham cracker crust

Steps:

  • Combine the whip cream, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Mix on high speed until SMOOTH. Taste and add more lemon juice to your liking.
  • Pour into crust and refrigerate overnight.
  • NOTE: Keebler is the only brand I have seen that serves the large graham cracker crust. It will have the note '2 extra servings' on the label.
  • NOTE: If you do not have enough time to let the cream cheese get to room temperature, I sometimes will microwave it 10 seconds at a time until it is fairly soft.

LEMON ICEBOX PIE I



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This easy lemon pie has a meringue topping. Please note: this pie contains raw eggs. We recommend that pregnant women, elderly, young children and people with medical or immune problems do not consume dishes containing raw eggs.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes     Meringue Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 egg yolks
½ cup lemon juice
3 egg whites
5 teaspoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • In a medium mixing bowl beat together condensed milk, egg yolks, and lemon juice. Pour mixture into graham cracker crust.
  • In a separate glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread evenly on top of lemon filling.
  • Brown in preheated broiler just until meringue is set and golden. Keep pie refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.4 g, Cholesterol 93.5 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 256.7 mg, Sugar 41.2 g

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Tips:

- Sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice are the main ingredients. Use full-fat products for a creamy, rich filling. - Use fresh lemon juice for a bright, tangy flavor. You can also add lemon zest for extra flavor. - Chill the pie crust and filling before assembling. This helps prevent the crust from becoming soggy and the filling from melting. - Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This helps prevent the crust from becoming undercooked or soggy. - Let the pie cool completely before serving. This helps the filling to set and the pie to slice cleanly. - For a more decadent pie, top with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries. ###

Conclusion:

With its creamy, tangy filling and flaky, buttery crust, this easy Southern lemon icebox pie is a must-try for any lemon lover. It's the perfect dessert for a hot summer day or any special occasion. The best part is that it's so easy to make, you can whip it up in no time. So next time you're looking for a delicious and refreshing dessert, give this lemon icebox pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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