Cool Summer Lemon Pie Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 5 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 8 slices
Description:
This cool and refreshing lemon pie is the perfect treat to enjoy during the scorching hot summer months. Passed down from generations, this recipe has been a staple at church gatherings and family picnics. With its zesty lemon flavor and creamy texture, it’s bound to become a favorite dessert for all occasions.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/3 cup | Water |
| 1/2 gallon | Vanilla ice cream |
| 1 can | Cool Whip |
| 1 packet | Lemonade mix |
| 1 | 9-inch graham cracker crust |
Instructions
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Stir Drink Mix and Water: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the lemonade mix and water until completely dissolved, ensuring there are no lumps.
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Blend Ice Cream and Lemonade Mix: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer on low speed, beat the vanilla ice cream and lemonade mixture until well blended and smooth.
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Fold in Cool Whip: Gently fold in the Cool Whip into the ice cream mixture until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
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Transfer to Crust: Once the mixture is well combined, spoon it into the prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
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Freeze Mixture: Place the pie in the freezer and allow it to firm up for at least 4 hours or until completely set.
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Let Stand Before Serving: When ready to serve, remove the pie from the freezer and let it stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to slice.
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Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish the pie with fresh lemon slices for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 306.1
- Fat: 18.2g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 14.5mg
- Sodium: 204.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 33.8g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 2.8g
Recipe Notes:
- For a variation, you can use different flavors of drink mix such as strawberry or raspberry for a fruity twist.
- Feel free to customize the crust by using a different type of cookie crust or even a traditional pastry crust.
- To make individual servings, you can use small pie tins or even muffin tins lined with cupcake liners.
- This pie can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for up to a week. Simply remove from the freezer and let it thaw slightly before serving.
- Experiment with different garnishes such as fresh berries or mint leaves for added color and flavor.
Enjoy this delightful Cool Summer Lemon Pie as a refreshing treat on a hot summer day or as a sweet ending to any meal!