Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 (14-ounce) can (397g) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup (120ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 8 ounces (227g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) lemon zest
- Optional: Whipped cream for topping
- Optional: Lemon slices or curls for garnish
Instructions:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling (at least 15 minutes).
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually whisk in the sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
- Add the lemon juice and lemon zest. Whisk until smooth and the filling has thickened.
- Pour the lemon filling into the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Smooth the top of the filling with a spatula.
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap, pressing it gently onto the surface of the filling.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm.
- Garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices or curls, if desired.
- Slice and serve cold. Enjoy this classic lemon icebox pie recipe!